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Dear readers,“Activity holidays – hiking, cycling and lifestyle in Germany” is our main theme for2009. With the amazing landscapes of its national parks and nature reserves, wideexpanses of beach on the North Sea and the Baltic coast, idyllic lakes and rivers, vast uplands and the mountainous region of the Alps, Germany is ideal for activity-based holidays. The new issue of “Destination Germany” features some of the best ways in which to experience Germany actively and in style.

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GermanyD E ST I N AT I O N

On the Trail of the Romantic Fabulous Landscapes | A Taste forGreen Golf and Lifestyle | Art in the Coal District Europe’s Cultural CapitalRUHR.2010 | Open Spaces for the Imagination Family and Theme Parks

Edition 2009 |10

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EditorialDear readers,

“Activity holidays – hiking, cycling and lifestyle in Germany” is our main theme for

2009. With the amazing landscapes of its national parks and nature reserves, wide

expanses of beach on the North Sea and the Baltic coast, idyllic lakes and rivers, vast

uplands and the mountainous region of the Alps, Germany is ideal for activity-based

holidays. The new issue of “Destination Germany” features some of the best ways in

which to experience Germany actively and in style.

Passionate about golf? Then Destination Germany is the place to tee off. We have

a long list of top golf courses that match any international standard. Novices are also

well catered for, as professionally-led taster courses provide an introduction to this

relaxing sport in glorious surroundings.

Along Germany’s coast, you can relax and enjoy the fresh, sea air in one of our many

resorts and spas. A fine example of how wellness in Germany is as rich and varied as

its cultural scene. In 2009, classical music fans can look forward to a series of events

commemorating the 250th anniversary of the death of George Frederick Handel.

These will be held at places that are closely associated with the great German

composer, most notably Halle.

Culture also plays a starring role in other German cities. The Ruhr region in particular

is already gearing up for 2010 when it becomes the European Capital of Culture.

Discover an urban conurbation that‘s steeped in history and buzzing with creativity.

Go shopping on a city break to Germany and you‘re sure to find what you‘re looking

for, whether in an enormous shopping complex or a boutique store along a narrow

medieval lane. The most enjoyable way to get around in Germany is on one of the

scenic routes that run the length and breadth of the country. There are now more than

150 to discover, including the four showcased in this issue of “Destination Germany”: the

Berlin Wall Trail, the Glass Route, the Fairytale Route and the Romantic Road.

There is another significant anniversary in 2009: it is 20 years since the fall of the Berlin

Wall. This historic event, which led to the reunification of Germany, is commemorated

with numerous events in many towns, cities and regions, but particularly in the capital

Berlin. The face of tourism in Germany has been changed substantially by reunification,

with a number of new and fascinating places emerging in the east. Read on to find

ideas and inspiration for your next holiday. We look forward to seeing you soon in

Destination Germany.

Yours sincerely

Petra Hedorfer

Chief Executive Officer

German National Tourist Board

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Attractionsand Atmosphere

Germany’s towns and cities are attractive, exciting and have centuries-old histories.

Vibrant centres of art and entertainment, heritage and modernity, they welcome the

world’s visitors. The diversity of Germany’s urban centres is spellbinding: fascinating

history, amazing shopping, breathtaking architecture and enchanting festivals are just

some of their attractions.

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08 Cities08 Berlin

Cosmopolitan City

10 HamburgVibrant Gateway to the World

10 HannoverRoyal Pleasure Gardens

11 Dresden The special Spirit

12 DüsseldorfCity on the Rhine

12 Frankfurt Metropolis at the Heart of Europe

13 Wiesbaden Shopping and Spa at the Health Resort

13 Baden-BadenElegant Spa Resort in the Black Forest

14 MunichBavarian Lifestyle

14 StuttgartFast Cars, Festivals and Sports

15 Portrait: Accor Hotels

16 RUHR.2010 European Capital of Culture

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your Horizonsbroaden

17 Travel Specials &Scenic Routes

18 BavariaVast Lakes and the glorious Alps

20 Destination Wine

22 Under the Spell of the LoreleyRiver Cruising

23 Portrait: Premicon Line

24 Lake ConstanceMediterranean Feel

26 The Berlin Wall Trail

26 The Glass Route

27 The German Fairytale Route

27 The Romantic Road

28 Lifestyle28 Higher, faster, to the Extreme

Germany‘s Theme Parks

30 From Baden-Baden to Rügen Wellness

32 Stay healthy and feel greatClinics

34 In the Land of Joop and AdidasShopping

35 Feel good in luxurious Greens Generation Golf

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Excitement

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by a lakerelax

Get active and recharge your batteries – Germany’s holiday regions with their great

scenery are ideal for all kinds of activity-based holidays. Walking or cycling tours in the

hills and wine-growing areas, golfing breaks deep in the countryside or beach holidays

for the whole family on the coast or by a lake guarantee fun as well as relaxation.

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Passionateabout Life

We enjoy life to the full in Germany focussing on health, happiness and hospitality.

You’ll encounter every aspect of enjoyment, from inviting spas and exclusive

gourmet restaurants to glittering prestigious events. Leave your cares at home

and let yourself go!

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36 Portrait: A-ROSA

37 Portrait: Maritim Hotel

38 Portrait: Jakobsberg

39 Portrait: Hollywood Media Hotel

40 Highlights 2009Events, Concerts, Exhibitions

44 General Information

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Spring 2009 sees the start of the German capital’s commemoration

of the fall of the Berlin Wall (9 November 1989) with a huge variety

of events.

Berlin is different, a true world city. As soon as visitors see

the view from the top of the new Reichstag building, they

are amazed by the juxtaposition of historical buildings with

the bold imaginings of contemporary architects. Potsdamer

Platz, the new embassy quarter and the haunting Holocaust

memorial by New York architect Peter Eisenman are just some of

the latest additions to the cityscape. By contrast, the Nikolaiviertel

quarter, crowded with cafés and restaurants, is a vibrant slice of old

Berlin. Other top attractions include Gedächtniskirche memorial

church on the edge of Kurfürstendamm, the New Synagogue built

almost 150 years ago, vibrant Alexanderplatz and Gendarmenmarkt,

one of Europe‘s finest squares with the German Cathedral and the

French Cathedral. The rich variety of cultural attractions in Berlin is

world class: Berlin Museum Island, for example, has earned UNESCO

BerlinCosmopolitan City full of History

World Heritage status thanks to its many fascinating exhibitions. The

Berlin International Film Festival is one of the world‘s leading cine-

matic events on a par with the Cannes and Venice film festivals. Or

you can experience the Berliners‘ famous sense of humour at a host

of theatres and cabaret venues. The German capital has a rhythm all

of its own, reflecting its unique history at every turn.

For 28 years, the western half of Berlin was cut off from the eastern

side which was part of East Germany. The interactive DDR-Museum

(GDR-Museum) gives visitors an insight into everyday life behind the

Wall. The fall of the Wall, which divided the city into east and west,

provoked wild celebrations all over Germany. A wide-ranging pro-

gramme of events is being held to commemorate the 20th anniversary

of this historic event in 2009. One of the highlights is an open-air

exhibition entitled “Peaceful revolution on Alexanderplatz”. Another

exhibition “Locations – 20 years of change in Berlin” focuses on a

different area of the city every two weeks. Projected images, light

installations and vast designs covering entire facades explore how

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CITYFESTIVAL Carnival of Cultures (May 29 - Jun 01, 2009)The vibrant festival with Children’s carnival, street parades andmany other events attracts over a million visitors each year.CITYFESTIVAL Festival of Lights (Oct 13 - 25, 2009)Spectacular illuminations light up the Brandenburg Gate, the TV tower, the streets, squares and a host of other buildings.

Highlight | DDR-MUSEUM (GDR-MUSEUM), BERLINTrabants, Spree Forest gherkins and high-rise concrete housingestates were features of life in the GDR. The GDR-Museum inthe historical center of Berlin shows life as it really was on theother side of the Wall – it is historically accurate, interactive andabsolutely fascinating. www.ddr-museum.de

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The main festivities on 9 November 2009 will be held by the Branden-

burg Gate where a line of gigantic dominoes will mark the former

border between east and west. A firework display will start as the

last of the line of dominoes falls – leading into a concert with top-class

musicians. The East-Side- Gallery is a permanent memorial to peace

and reconciliation in Berlin. Once Germany had been reunified, a

multitude of artists from around the world set to work on a 1.3 kilo-

metre stretch of the Wall along Mühlenstrasse. Their colourful

collection of political and poetic paintings is now under a preservation

order. Today it still reflects the hope and unbridled joy felt everywhere

immediately after the Berlin Wall came down.www.germany-tourism.de/berlin

Top row: A relaxing stroll by the river against a magnificent backdrop, The Reichstag – a

Berlin landmark and the setting for many historic events, Protesters demonstrating in East

Berlin on 4 November 1989, Art on the Berlin Wall: the East-Side-Gallery.

Bottom: Brandenburger Tor at night.

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The Landungsbrücken jetties in St. Pauli, a popular visitor attraction

This north Germany city on the river Elbe is focussing on the

future with its HafenCity development, but will still remember the

past when it celebrates the 820th Harbour Anniversary from 8 to 10

May 2009.

A grand parade of tall ships, dragon boat racing and a

gigantic firework display will transform the harbour and

quays into one big party venue. Hamburg attracts visitors

all year round to shop in the elegant arcades alongside the

Alster lake, to tour the Reeperbahn district and to visit

numerous events of international significance, for example the

Hamburg Summit where “China meets Europe”. The city‘s

restaurants have no less than twelve Michelin stars between them.

Diners in restaurants such as Tafelhaus, Sgroi and Das kleine Rote

can expect top-quality food. Hamburg fish market is hugely popular

and a great place to sample local specialities such as dark rye bread

with shrimps. Art lovers are well catered for in the art district‘s

numerous museums, and Miniature Wonderland, the biggest model

train set in the world, is a favourite with everyone, not just railway

enthusiasts. HafenCity, Europe‘s biggest construction site, will

increase the size of Hamburg‘s city centre by 40 per cent. The glass

Elbphilharmonie concert hall currently being built in the old port

district is becoming one of the city‘s new signature attractions.

HamburgVibrant Gateway to the World

CITYFESTIVAL Alster Fair (Aug 27 - 30, 2009) Hamburg’spopular street festival with music, sport and entertainment.

Highlight | HAMBURGER DOM FUNFAIR (MARCH 20 -APRIL 19, 2009) The biggest fun fair in north Germany, withold-fashioned market stalls and countless thrilling rides.

When completed it will tower over the harbour like a 110-metre high

glass ship. At the heart of the building there will be a world-class

concert hall.www.germany-tourism.de/hamburg

The city of Hannover owes its jewel of baroque garden architecture

to an extraordinary woman: Electress Sophia of the Palatinate.

Inspired by the Sun King, Louis XIV, she had the Royal Gardens of

Herrenhausen laid out in French style at the end of the 17th century.

Today, about 400,000 visitors a year enjoy the unique atmosphere

of one of the best preserved baroque gardens in Europe.

Obviously, these atmospheric surroundings form the per-

fect setting for magnificent cultural events, including the

Herrenhausen Festival Weeks. Marienburg Castle is located

around 20 km south of Hannover. Fully furnished, its many

loving details can be enjoyed during a guided tour. In the heart

of the town you can breathe the city’s history with its timberframed

buildings of the Old Town. The imposing Market Church and the Old

Town Hall are the most southerly examples of the redbrick Gothic

style which is typical of northern Germany. A few yards further on

you can relax in secluded spots on the banks of the River Leine.

Hannover’s lively city center attracts shoppers with the new Ernst-

August Gallery and a series of elegant arcades and shopping malls.

Travelling up to the 97-metre high dome of the New Town hall in the

unique curving lift is an experience in itself. The Maschsee Lake is a

maritime paradise right in the city center and in the Eilenriede city

you will find Europe’s number one Adventure Zoo.

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CITYFESTIVAL Maschsee Lake Festival (July 29 - Aug 16,2009) Music and fireworks attract over a million visitors each year.

Highlight | INTERNATIONAL FIREWORK COMPETITION(MAY 16, JUNE 06, AUG 22, SEP 05 AND 19, 2009)Annually held against the fantastic backdrop of the RoyalGardens of Herrenhausen.

Hannover Marketing & Tourismus GmbHTourist Information | Ernst-August-Platz 8 | DE-30159 HannoverPhone: +49 (0)511-12 34 51 11 | [email protected]

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Dresden is characterised by the natural beauty of the Elbe Valley.

Over many centuries, this city of art has developed in harmony

with its surrounding countryside. The city is not a product of art,

but the result of a deep-felt understanding of art combined with

remarkable planning and craftsmanship.

The reconstructed Church of Our Lady, a magnificent

baroque domed building, is a powerful symbol of

international reconciliation after the Second World War.

Religious services are held in the church, which is open for all

to visit free of charge, and it is also a venue for prestigious

concerts. Not far from this splendid baroque building in the historical

old quarter is Dresden‘s Innere Neustadt district on the other side of

the River Elbe: lovingly restored façades of beautiful town houses

with chic boutiques and excellent restaurants.

Behind this is Outer Neustadt, one of Germany‘s largest enclosed

Gründerzeit districts. With its late 19th century grandeur and buzzing

nightlife, it is the “in” place to be.

Dresden has 45 galleries, 37 museums and 38 theatres and stages.

Countless events such as balls, drama, music festivals, fairs and

markets round off the city‘s wide range of cultural attractions.

Bold architecture in an amazing riverscape

In Dresden, modern architecture often originates from an exciting

dialogue between the old and new. The most impressive examples

include the Residenz Palace whose little courtyard has been covered

with a modern, transparent roof. The city also has a unique

connection with the river that flows through it: the Elbe winds its

way freely, unspoilt and lined with meadows, for 23 kilometres

through Dresden, showing how urban river scenery once looked

everywhere. The Elbe Cycle Route runs right through the meadows.

In just one hour, you can cycle at a leisurely pace from the old

quarter to Pillnitz Palace.

The many attractions around Dresden are strung together like

pearls: the porcelain town of Meissen, Moritzburg palace, Weesen-

stein Castle, the rugged scenery of Saxon Switzerland, and the

impregnable Königstein Fortress are only a few of the highlights.

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CITYFESTIVAL 2nd Night at Pillnitz Palace (Aug 08, 2009)Wonderfully atmospheric production at Pillnitz Palace with light,sound and entertainment. CITYFESTIVAL Dresden CityFestival (Aug 14 - 16, 2009) Dresden celebrates – and thewhole city is transformed into a stage for markets, music,culture and sport.

Highlight | PARADE OF THE STALLIONS IN THE STUDFARM MORITZBURG (SEPTEMBER 06, 12 AND 20, 2009)From 1 p.m. to 5.15 p.m.The stables can be visited from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Highlight | DRESDEN MUSIC FESTIVAL (MAY 20 - JUNE 7, 2009) The new artistic director and famous cellist JanVogler promises a flamboyant new take on the classic festival.

Top row: Semper Opera House, “Pretiosensaal” in the Historical Green VaultBottom row: the famous silhouette of Dresden, the “Striezelmarkt”, Music festival at Dresden‘sZwinger Palace – final fireworks and violin concert

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The elegant regional capital of North Rhine-Westphalia forms a perfect

backdrop for any occasion – conferences, shopping or museum visits.

Located on the banks of the Rhine, Düsseldorf is one of the

biggest trade fair and conference venues in Europe. Luxury

hotel accommodation and a wide range of entertainment

and cultural attractions add to its appeal. Twice a year Düssel-

dorf plays host to CPD, the world‘s leading fashion fair as well as

hosting the number one international shoe fair. The centre of the city

is bisected by Königsallee, or “Kö” for short. One of Europe‘s most

elegant avenues, it is lined with designer shops such as Armani, Prada,

Jil Sander, Joop, Chanel and Gucci as well as three luxury hotels. There

are also chic cafés for taking a break from all that shopping. If indivi-

dual style advice is what you need, you can even hire a personal

shopper for an hour or two. Düsseldorf is also an art city in a league

of its own. The Kunsthalle art gallery, the K20 and K21 North Rhine-

Westphalia collections of modern and contemporary art and the

NRW-Forum Kultur und Wirtschaft gallery are the most prominent

destinations in the city‘s extremely rich and vibrant art scene. Joseph

Beuys famously taught at the Düsseldorf Academy of Art . If you are

in need of refreshment after a day of culture, try the local altbier in

Düsseldorf‘s old quarter, known as the “longest bar in the world”.www.germany-tourism.de/duesseldorf

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Highlight | JAPAN DAY (JUNE 03, 2009)Every year the German-Japanese friendship festival, one of thelargest of its kind in the world, attracts over a million visitors tothe banks of the Rhine.

Hauptwache, one of the main squares in the city

In 2009, as well as the city‘s annual Museum Embankment Festival,

Frankfurt will host the world‘s biggest gymnastics event.

Modern, cosmopolitan and bustling in the best way possible –

business, tolerance and belief in progress have long been a

way of life in Frankfurt. Commerce, fairs and festivals can be

traced back to the Middle Ages and the city‘s international

reputation predates its late 20th and 21st century banking

skyscrapers. The Festival Hall built back in 1908 is an impressive

legacy of Frankfurt's economic strength. When Kaiser Wilhelm II

himself opened the hall it was the largest self-supporting domed

building in Europe and was built for exhibitions, congresses and

large-scale festivities. One of which was the 11th German Gymnastics

Festival when around 15,000 gymnasts performed in and around the

Festival Hall.

There will be an even bigger throng in 2009 when Frankfurt hosts

the International German Gymnastics Festival. With its slogan “We‘re

building bridges” it is the biggest mass sports event and gymnastics

competition in the world with championship tournaments as well as

a wide range of demonstration performances and activities that

everyone can join in with.

The amazing Museum Embankment Festival also has something for

everyone. Every year for an entire weekend in late summer, tens of

Frankfurt Metropolis at the Heart of Europe

thousands of visitors flock to the cultural events and food festival

held along both banks of the river Main.www.germany-tourism.de/frankfurt

CITYFESTIVAL Main Festival (July 31 - Aug 03, 2009)A traditional city-centre festival with live music, fairgroundrides, a jousting contest and a firework on the river Main.

Highlight | FRANKFURT BOOK FAIR (OCT 14 - 18, 2009)Literature comes to town in October when the world's biggestbook fair is held in Frankfurt.

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Wiesbaden is the regional capital of the state of Hessen and lies in

the heart of Germany, only 30 minutes from Frankfurt airport.

Kurhaus and casino are among the most beautiful buildings in

Europe. In the 19th century, Wiesbaden had its heyday as a

world-spa city. The villas of the spa district and the Hessian

State Theatre still lend the city its distinctive character today.

The Romans were the first to appreciate the health benefits of

Wiesbaden’s 26 hot springs. Today the city has numerous modern

health centres including the Aukammtal and the Kaiser Friedrich

thermal spas. Wiesbaden also has a wide range of traditional shops

selling high-quality goods. Wilhelmstraße and Taunusstraße are the

premium shopping streets. In the old quarter there are smaller

boutiques, goldsmiths and luxury food stores. As a renowned health

resort, Wiesbaden specialises in rheumatic and orthopaedic disorders.

In addition to the specialist treatment and rehabilitation clinics there

is a growing number of centres offering plastic surgery. The clinics

boast a very high standard of medical care and have tailored their

services to the needs and wishes of their international guests. The

state-of-the-art Deutsche Klinik für Diagnostik (DKD) in particular

enjoys an excellent reputation worldwide.

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Highlight | INTERNATIONAL HORSE SHOW ATWHITSUN (MAY 25 - JUNE 01, 2009) Since 1929 the topactors of the international equestrian sports scene meet inWiesbaden at Whitsun.

Highlight | RHEINGAU MUSIC FESTIVAL (JUNE 27 - AUGUST 29, 2009) With more than 120,000visitors each year, the Rheingau Music Festival is one ofEurope’s leading music festivals.

Wiesbaden MarketingWiesbaden Tourist Service:Tel. +49 (0)611-17 29 930 | Fax +49 (0)611-17 29 798 [email protected] | www.wiesbaden.de/international

In an idyllic location at the foot of the Black Forest mountains,

this elegant spa town with a history dating back 2,000 years has

a charm and sophistication all of its own.

With a worldwide reputation as the cosmopolitan spa resort

of the Black Forest, Baden-Baden is an exclusive thermal

spa destination offering relaxation and well-being of the

very highest level at both the modern Caracalla thermal bath

and the Roman-Irish Bath, the “Friedrichsbad”.

Baden-Badens “Festpielhaus”, the second largest concert hall and

opera house in Europe, offers top-quality entertainment with more

than 300 prestigious events every year, including the Herbert von

Karajan Whitsun Festival and performances by international stars such

as Anne-Sophie Mutter, Lang Lang, Hilary Hahn etc. The Museum

Frieder Burda in “Lichtentaler Allee”, the splendiferous park and garden

at the heart of the town, was designed by top New York architect

Richard Meier and is the sparkling jewel in Baden-Baden’s crown.

The élite of the horse racing world flock to Baden-Baden three times

a year for glittering sporting and social events, while the gleaming

vintage stars of the International Classic Car Meeting can be

admired in front of the “Kurhaus” in mid-July. The most beautiful

casino in the world, if Marlene Dietrich is to be believed, rounds of a

perfect day in a playful manner.

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Stuttgart, home of Mercedes-Benz and Porsche, is known for its

sporting tradition, sporty cars and action-packed events calendar.

At the DTB World Cup, you can watch the finest gymnasts

in Germany perform astounding physical feats, whether

it‘s on the horizontal bar, asymmetrical bars or balance

beam. Another competition with international character

is the German Open, which in Stuttgart refers to ballroom

dancing rather than golf or tennis. The medals are competed for

by dance partners from all corners of the globe. Unmistakably a

tennis tournament is the MercedesCup, which attracts some of

the biggest names in the sport and boasts a fabulous programme

of accompanying entertainment. Stuttgart might be synonymous

with sport, but it has plenty more to offer as well: the Summer

Festival on Schlossplatz square, for example, which is one big

open-air party fuelled by fabulous food and drink and sensational

music. Stuttgart also stages an annual wine festival, no surprise

in a city where wine has been produced for more than a thousand

years. In late August, the city centre is transformed into a miniature

wine village that attracts more than one million people every year.

The Cannstatter Wasen, which is somewhere between a beer

festival and a fun fair, has taken place since time immemorial and

ranks among the finest event of its kind in the world. The highpoint

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and other regional specialities washed down by beer – to the

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No other city in Germany enjoys such great popularity as Munich.

The vibrant Bavarian capital, which hosted the 1972 Olympic Games,

is a centre for business, sport and the arts.

Munich has it all, from top-class cultural events to Germany‘s

biggest beer garden. The elegant designer boutiques,

antique shops and jewellery stores in Maximilianstrasse will

delight ardent shoppers, while lovers of good food and drink

should head for Viktualienmarkt. This food market sells

everything from fresh fruit to gourmet specialities. Its beer garden,

which seats up to 1,000 people, is a relaxing spot to take a break

from the shops. The number of things to see and do in and around

Munich is endless. The English Garden, fabulous Nymphenburg

Palace and the Olympic Park are popular attractions. The three

Pinakothek galleries display works of art from all eras up to and

including the present day. In the German Museum visitors get a

unique insight into the development of science and technology from

steam engines to nuclear power, from a “real” coal mine to a

planetarium. Every year the highlight in Munich‘s calendar of events

is the Oktoberfest, the biggest beer festival in the world that attracts

millions of visitors to the city. The rest of the year at the Hofbräuhaus

beer hall and other historical inns, locals can be seen dressed in

traditional costume enjoying veal sausages, roast chicken, pretzels

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Where is the most famous fairy-tale like castle? Where does the

largest folk festival in the world take place? That’s right, in

Germany! Whether it be nature, culture or exciting city tours –

everything is possible here.

For nature lovers

Germany offers the best conditions for those looking for adventure

from hiking, climbing or mountain biking. Whoever scales the

Zugspitze, will be rewarded with a breathtaking view of the Alps.

And on the Baltic coast Beach strollers can experience maritime

charm, enjoy pure relaxation and succumb to the charm of steep,

craggy coasts and regal ocean spas.

The castle tour

In Neuschwanstein Castle the Bavarian King Ludwig II created the

fairy-tale castle of all time. A visit to the many magnificent dream

mansions and romantic castles is a journey into the past. The Sanssouci

Castle in Potsdam is also listed by the UNESCO-World Heritage.

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Every year, the Munich October Fest, the largest folk festival in the

world, attracts millions of visitors and has long been known as the

synonym for a good time. The city tour with the legendary fish

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Gigantic shopping oasis in Essen: Limbecker Platz shopping centreNew architecture in Duisburg’s inner port

The Ruhr, a former coal-mining and steel-making region with a

population of more than five million people, has blossomed into a

buzzing urban conurbation blessed with green spaces, a vibrant

arts and culture scene and endless scope for leisure and

entertainment.

The story of how Germany’s former industrial heartland was

selected to be the European Capital of Culture for 2010 is a

fascinating one with many different facets. It is best told at

sites such as the Oberhausen Gasometer and the Zollverein

mine in Essen, which fell into disuse and became art and

culture venues. The latter, a colliery in its previous life, is now a

UNESCO World Heritage Site. Among other things, it houses the

North Rhine-Westphalia Design Centre and the Palace of Projects, a

huge ensemble of art installations by Ilya and Emilia Kabakov. No

less unusual as a place to hold exhibitions and events is the

120-metre-high gasometer. Both the gasometer and the Zollverein

are part of the Route of Industrial Heritage, whose 52 monuments

chronicle 150 years of mining and manufacturing in the Ruhr. The

400 km circular tour shows how the Ruhr has metamorphosed from

the coal-mining centre of Germany into a metropolis for the future.

Highlights include the Duisburg-Nord Industrial Landscape Park that

surrounds the disused steelworks in the Meiderich district of

Duisburg. The old gasometer there has been converted into the

largest inland diving centre in Europe, while the German

Mountaineering Association practise their climbing skills in the ore

bunkers. Other attractions at the site include a theatre, an open-air

cinema and a blast furnace that now serves as an observation tower.

The German Mining Museum in Bochum, which charts the rise of the

industrial revolution in Germany, is one of the most popular

RUHR.2010 – European Capital of CultureFlourishing Culture in Place of smoking Chimneys

museums in the country with 400,000 visitors every year. Founded

in 1930, the museum is widely regarded as the world’s leading

repository of mining history, shedding light on the cultural, social

and technical aspects of the industry. There is also a 2.5 km visitor

mine that takes guests 20 metres beneath the museum building.

The selection of the Ruhr as the European Capital of Culture for 2010

is a reward for this development and an incentive to press ahead.

RUHR.2010 comprises 53 town and cities, with Essen as the chief

representative, united by the vision of becoming an urban centre for

the modern world. Dortmund, Gelsenkirchen, Bochum and

Oberhausen are the major cities at the heart of the region, Duisburg

on the Rhine is in the western Ruhr and Hagen is in the east.

Recklinghausen in the north also has a role to play. Its popular Ruhr

Festival is a firm fixture in the region’s cultural calendar and has

been a beacon of solidarity between miners and artists for 62 years.

The Ruhr Piano Festival, the RuhrTriennale and the Moers Jazz

Festival are other popular events, while the Philharmonic Hall in

Essen and the Dortmund Concert Hall are two of the region’s finest

venues. Illustrious names to have appeared there include Hollywood

stars Kevin Spacey, Jeff Goldblum and Cate Blanchett, opera divas

such as Anna Netrebko, internationally acclaimed pianists from

Krystian Zimerman to Lang Lang and jazz legends Archie Shepp and

Peter Brötzmann. A region once shaped by companies such as

Thyssen and Krupp is now a place where ballet, opera and museums

can thrive. The Folkwang Museum in Essen is a fine example with its

fabulous collection of art from the 19th and 20th centuries, and a

stunning new building on course to open in 2010. Currently on

display (until the end of August 2009) are 120 masterpieces from

the Villa Hügel collection, among them Monet’s paintings of Rouen

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The annual Ruhr Marquee Festival on the shores of Lake Kemnader

See offers a great mix of comedy, hip-hop and rock as well as a free-

entry day culminating in a huge party. Also of interest are the latest

shots in the Ruhr Pixel Project, a continuous documentary of digital

photos that are regularly displayed in the 300-metre-long glass

exhibition corridor at Gelsenkirchen Science Park.

Here are a few numbers that underline the cultural diversity in the

Ruhr region, the third-largest conurbation in Europe: the Ruhr has

1,000 industrial monuments, 200 museums, 100 arts centres, 120

theatres, 100 concert venues, 250 festivals and fairs, 19 universities

and 1,000,000 football fans. The biggest football teams in the Ruhr

are also traditional rivals: Borussia Dortmund and Schalke, both of

which have a fanbase that extends well beyond the borders of

Germany. The Ruhr and the Love Parade are also fast becoming

synonymous. The biggest party in the world dances its way to

Bochum in 2009 after sending millions of revellers into raptures in

Dortmund in 2008 and Essen in 2007. For one weekend, the air is

filled with the sound of trance, techno, minimal techno, house,

drum’n bass, electro pop and everything in-between.

The multicultural character of the Ruhr is attributable mainly to the

influx of eastern European immigrants in the 19th century. Although

the region entered the 21st century having undergone a dramatic

structural change, the theme of migration and identity is more

pertinent than ever before and forms a core element of the

European Capital of Culture programme. The Ruhr is a melting pot in

which people from more than 170 countries live together in a

densely populated urban community. The “City of Cultures” theme is

an attempt to explore the origins and implications of migration.

People come from countries all over Europe to work in Germany and

bring with them impetus, inspiration and ideas that are reflected not

just in popular culture, but increasingly also in highbrow circles.

Their influence is prominent in world music, multicultural theatre

and food and drink and is setting trends for the future.

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Old coppers in the Dortmund Brewery Museum

Light show at Duisburg-Nord Industrial Landscape Park

CITYFESTIVAL Extraschicht (June 27, 2009) The ninth “Night of Industrial Heritage” will see the Ruhr regionhosting some spectacular performances and productions. Culturelovers will be in their element at 40 venues in 20 towns and cities.

Highlight | RUHR MUSEUM (FROM AUTUMN 2009)This museum in the spectacular location of the Zollverein mineis to be officially opened in autumn 2009. A permanent exhibitionwith lots of photographs and geological and archaeologicalexhibits will illustrate the history of the Ruhr region.

Highlight | AQUARIUS WATER MUSEUM, MÜLHEIMAn award-winning museum covering every aspect of waterhoused in a 50 m high water tower. The interactive, multimediaexhibition on 14 floors combines historical architecture withmodern technology. www.aquarius-wassermuseum.de

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Aregion of variety and breathtaking beauty

from the vineyards of Würzburg in the north to

Munich and the Alps in the south.

The landscape assumes many forms in

Bavaria: alpine peaks and vast lakes;

beautiful river scenery and magnificent

parks; labyrinthine rock formations,

highland moors and narrow gorges; elegant

palace gardens and lush meadowland.

There are awe-inspiring views wherever the eye

roams and plenty of activities where you can

admire them, from climbing, skiing and hiking to

boat trips, gentle strolls and bike rides.

Even resting awhile on a well placed bench can

reveal a world of wonders. Stunning scenery, fresh

air and hearty food, a siesta on a mountain pasture

or surprises large and small tucked away in the

countryside: nowhere else can you experience

nature quite like in Bavaria.

Lake Chiemsee near the Austrian border, just

outside Munich, is known by locals as the “Bavarian

Sea”. Formed from the remnants of a glacier, the

region's largest expanse of water offers a host of

fascinating impressions, both on the shoreline and

on its two inhabited islands. One of these is home to

magnificent Herrenchiemsee Palace which was

modelled on Versailles.

Equally spectacular is Lake Königssee near

Berchtesgaden, whose glorious mountain backdrop

is best enjoyed on a boat tour. The highpoint of

these trips is the aptly named echo wall, where the

captain plays a melody on his trumpet that

reverberates around the rock faces.

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Not far from St. Bartholomew‘s Church, which juts

out into the lake, is the Eiskapelle (ice chapel),

Germany‘s lowest glacier caves.

The contrast of mountain backdrops and

glistening blue waters so typical of Bavaria

is exemplified in the Berchtesgadener Land

and Tegernseer Land regions.

Between Weltenburg Abbey and Kelheim, the

sheer rock walls along the Danube stand close

together and soar almost 100 metres into the sky.

The landscape, one of the finest river landscapes in

Germany, has been carved out by the sheer force of

this stunning river over thousands and thousands

of years. Known as the Danube gorge, it provides a

habitat for a great many rare birds.

An enchanting river cruise on an old-fashioned

Donau-Kähne boat is a great chance to appreciate

all this wonderful nature.

The only way to see the full majesty of the

Breitachklamm gorge – one of the deepest and

most impressive in Europe – is on foot. Located near

Oberstdorf in the Allgäu, the 10,000-year-old

wonder of nature was only made accessible in 1905.

Follow the breathtaking loop trail and you see the

Breitach river surging through the narrow ravine

with its vertical and overhanging rock faces, nearly

100 metres in height. Somewhat quieter but no less

impressive is the Murnauer Moos nature con-

servation area in the northern foothills of the Alps.

Comprising an area of more than 30 square

kilometres, it is among the largest moors in Central

Europe.

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Vast lakes and the glorious Alps

A day on the water

Enjoy an exciting rafting trip

through the beautiful river

valleys of the Isar or Danube.

Good old-fashioned Bavarian

fun with captivating music

and the chance of a soaking!

Drifting through the

clear blue skies

As your hot air balloon floats

serenely through the air at

altitudes of between 1,500

and 3,000 metres, the lakes,

mountains and forests of

Bavaria appear as if sewn

together on a patchwork quilt.

Tram party in Munich

Enjoy music, Bavarian beer

and hearty food such as

leberkäs (meatloaf), obatzda

(cream cheese) and pretzels as

the sights of the city roll past

in your fabulously decorated

tram.

Holiday-Tips

“Fraueninsel”, Lake Chiemsee

BAVARIA

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An active Experience in the Vineyards,Hills and River Valleys

You can enjoy a hiking tour anywhere where there

are vines growing. The Rheinsteig is a premium trail

that runs for 320 kilometres on the right of the

Rhine through the Rheingau and Middle Rhine

regions from Wiesbaden to Bonn – the section from

St Goar to Bacharach, in particular, offers breath-

taking views of the Rhine Valley and its striking

vineyard slopes. On the Middle Rhine you’ll also

find the Rhine Castle Trail, a fascinating route that

links more than 40 castles as it winds its way

through a wealth of charming vineyard scenery.

In Saxony’s wine-growing region, a wine trail runs

from Pirna to Seusslitz through the magnificent

Elbe Valley. Other favourites include the Ahr Red

Wine Trail from Altenahr to Bad Bodendorf where

you can watch the winegrowers bringing in the

grape harvest in the autumn. In Baden’s sunny

south, the “Wiijwegli” takes you on a tour through

the vineyards of the Markgräflerland region close to

the Swiss border. There are also miles of trails criss-

crossing the Kaiserstuhl and Tuniberg regions

between the Rhine and the Black Forest.

Germany’s sunniest vineyards have plenty of

surprises in store with orchid-filled meadows,

sunken lanes and volcanic domes. After an action-

packed tour, walkers can relax at the steaming hot

thermal springs in Baden-Baden or with a trip to the

sauna followed by a grapeseed oil treatment at the

spa complex in Bad Kreuznach. The vineyard slopes

along Germany’s riverbanks are particularly scenic

and the ideal location for a cycling tour. Active

cyclists can explore a network of cycle paths that

runs for more than 600 kilometres along the whole

length of the River Main, discovering romantic

Franconian towns like Würzburg or Volkach set in

idyllic countryside. Suggested routes are also

available for cycling tours along the Moselle on

a cycle path network covering more than 1,000

kilometres – luggage transfers are available on

request. Three times a year, car-free activity days

are held around the Moselle, Saar and Ruwer rivers

as well as in the Palatinate and Middle Rhine

regions. Wine routes through the idyllic valleys of

the Tauber, Jagst, Kocher and Rems in the

Württemberg wine-growing region, for example,

or the “Bocksbeutel”-route in Franconia, offer

plenty to see and do throughout the year.

Alternatively, you can enjoy a relaxing bike ride

along the “Veloroute Rhein” through the

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Varied cycling tours in the wine regions

Discover the

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Those looking for a gentler form of exercise can

hire a railbike and explore the wine regions along

train tracks: a delightful experience that is available

in the Nahe and Palatinate regions. Inline-skaters

will be in their element with the “Rhine-on-skates”

event in the Rheingau and Upper Middle Rhine

Valley in August when a 135 km stretch of the main

road is closed to traffic for a day between

Rüdesheim and Koblenz.

If you’d rather take to the skies, the Middle Rhine is

the place for you: enjoy spectacular views of the

countryside around Bad Ems on the Lahn on

a paragliding practice flight. In the fine weather,

hot-air balloons sweep over the gently rolling vine-

clad hills of Rheinhessen – an action sport that is

also offered in the area between the southern

Palatinate and Baden, and in the Hessian

Bergstrasse region. More romantic alternatives

include horse riding and scooters: in the southern

Palatinate you can enjoy special riding tours

through the forests and vineyards or hire a scooter

to explore the region independently. Guided bike

tours are offered along the Moselle, and the Baden

region also has some wonderful routes offering a

host of culinary delights along the way.

For those who enjoy the combination of wine and

golf, the Palatinate is the ideal destination: at the

golf course on the German Wine Route near

Dackenheim even the fairways are named after

Palatinate grape varieties.

Each of the 13 wine regions has a special character

all of its own – with a wealth of opportunities for

you to combine an active holiday with culinary

delights and extraordinary experiences.

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On a walk with friends Wine-growing regions in Germany

Delicious treat and taste

13 wine regions

more than 100,000 hectares of vineyards

63% white wine/37% red wine

approx. 10 millionhectolitres of wineproduced per annum

approx. 2 millionhectolitres of wineexported per annum

Main grape varieties:Riesling, Spätburgunder(pinot noir),Grauburgunder (pinotgris), Weissburgunder(pinot blanc)

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Rheinhessen hills where you’ll find plenty of

traditional inns serving home-produced wine along

the way.

Canoeists will find a number of boat hire centres

and more than 60 landing stages along the 217 km

Moselle River Route. You can even go water-skiing

on the Moselle near Bullay (wetsuit included). There

are also some enchanting riverbank walks along the

Saale, Unstrut, White Elster and Ilm rivers. The

Glan, a tributary of the Nahe, and the Lahn are

a paradise for canoe and kayak enthusiasts, while

the River Main in the Franconian wine-growing

region is ideal for boat trips.

The hillsides are ideal for avid climbers. You can

even tackle the steepest vineyard in Europe, the

378-metre Bremmer Calmont on the Moselle, on

a circular trail – with the help of climbing aids.

A climbing trail was recently opened in the famous

“Erdener Treppchen” and “Erdener Prälat”

vineyards. For an even greater challenge, there’s

the Rotenfels in the Nahe wine-growing region,

the highest sheer rock face north of the Alps, at

the foot of which is a vineyard. Here there are

steep inclines with names such as the “Saarbrücken

Fireplace” or “Madonna South Face”, which only

experienced climbers can conquer.

In addition to excellent wines,

Germany’s 13 wine regions also

offer plenty of opportunity for

getting to know the countryside

and its people.

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Defiant castles look down from their proud heights.

Vines brimming with grapes climb the walls of steep

cliffs in breathtaking colors. Romantic towns and

vibrant cities with impressive art treasures line the

river banks: Traveling along Germany’s rivers is a

very special experience.

With majestic calm excursion boats slide through

the waves of the Rhine, Danube, Main, Neckar and

of course on the third longest river in Europe, the

Elbe. As early as in the summer of 1837 the first

Elbe paddle wheeler set off from Dresden. It was

a leisurely trip along the magnificent landscape of

the area known as Saxon Switzerland. With their

boisterous paddle wheels and huffing steam

engines these elegant old-timers continue to exude

their nostalgic charm today, when they set off for

Pillnitz Castle or the porcelain manufacturing city

of Meissen, to Luther’s Wittenberg or the Dessau-

Wörlitzer garden empire.

The Rhine also offers fascinating riverbank land-

scapes – especially in its middle segment. Even

during the Romantic era poets and painters were

already rhapsodizing about the magic of this river

region between the historical garrison town of

Koblenz and Mainz, where more than 600 years ago

a certain Mr Gutenberg discovered letterpress

printing. Between these two landmarks, charming

Riesling wine villages like Assmannshausen and

Rüdesheim are waiting to be explored. And from

her high slate cliff the legendary Loreley issues a

greeting, which is said to have caused many skip-

pers to stray from their course.

Just a few turns and river miles away the Deutsche

Eck (German Corner) marks the marriage of the

Rhine with the lovely Moselle. Many scheduled river

cruise ships travel regularly between Koblenz and

Trier, where the Porta Nigra bears witness to early

Roman times. Impressive castles and steep vine

terraces are passed as well as the picturesque Art-

Nouveau town of Traben-Trarbach.

The “blue ribbon” of the Main winds delightfully

through Hesse and Franconia. Historically signi-

ficant kings and bishops have left behind a unique

architectural inheritance: Würzburg with its Baroque

Residence, the festival city of Bayreuth, Bamberg,

Aschaffenburg and Goethe’s birthplace, Frankfurt,

are only some highlights of the cultural landscape

on the Main. Just as many attractions are waiting

on another Rhine tributary: the Neckar. It begins its

course between the Black Forest and the Swabian

Alb and ends near Mannheim. The most impressive

view begins after Stuttgart and ends in Heidelberg.

Not far from the spring of the Neckar the life of the

Danube begins. Charming cities like Passau und

Regensburg are located along its almost 435 miles

of river banks, as well as Ulm, where the highest

church tower in the world reaches up into the sky.

Under the Spell of the Loreley andthe Green Vault

Passau – the vibrant town on three rivers Evening mood over Boppard

Historical walls in lush vineyards: Ehrenfels Castle

“Deutsches Eck” in Koblenz

Experience Germany’s most

beautiful Landscapes from the

River: Cruise the Rhine, Moselle,

Neckar, Elbe, Main or Danube.

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YOUR PREFERENCE: GRAND HOTELS.YOUR PASSION: UNFORGETTABLE RIVER CRUISES.YOUR DESTINATION: THE PREMICON QUEEN.

artists, cocktail bar, dance floor and atmos-

phere generating piano music. The extensive

wellness area is a vacation for body and soul.

The entirely glassed in saunarium provides a

wonderful view of the bank of the river. A

shower temple and the large whirlpool round

out the experience.

An journey on Europe’s most beautiful rivers:

The journeys on the PREMICON QUEEN. Feast

your eyes on the legendary landscapes on the

Rhine between Cologne and Basel. Discover

the Rhine-Main-Danube canal as a cultural

excursion of follow the royal Danube. On any

of the river routes you might choose, you will

experience unforgettable moments. After all,

it is called the “PREMICON QUEEN – The

Journey of your Life”, for a reason.

The PREMICON QUEEN is a river cruise

ship like no other.

The modern concept of the TwinCruiser, with

separate engine and passenger compartments

for vibration free travel, has been enhanced

with many luxurious details. The result is

carefree cruising past the most beautiful river

landscapes of Europe.

Relax. For yourself. Simply enjoy. With its

exquisite appointments, the PREMICON

QUEEN provides the appropriate ambiance.

Elegant and generous Junior Suites, Deluxe

Suites and Queen Suites await the guests,

with everything that a room needs to become

a personal realm and refuge for rest and

relaxation.

In addition to the suites, The PREMICON

QUEEN also meets all the demands of a five

star grand hotel. The fully glassed in restaurant

surprises with its unique river boat room

height, not to mention the magnificent view.

Every meal here becomes a culinary

experience.

During the day the “Theatron” offers the

perfect box seat from which to watch the

changing landscape slip past, by night

transforming itself into a meeting point for

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Bregenz Festival,

July 22 – Aug 23, 2009

Rousing music will be a fea–

ture of the summer festival

when Giuseppe Verdi’s opera

“Aida” comes to the pontoon

stage in Bregenz – one of the

locations of the new James

Bond film “Quantum of

Solace”.

Lake Constance Cycle

Route One of the highlights

for holidaymakers with ener-

gy to burn is the Lake Cons-

tance Cycle Route, probably

the best known cycle trail in

central Europe. Over 270 km

long, its route encircles

virtually the entire lake.

Abbey Library of St Gallen

The oldest in Switzerland,

this baroque library has

been a UNESCO world

heritage site since 1983. It

attracts around 100,000

visitors every year.

Holiday-Tips

Lake Constance – a Holiday Region with a Mediterranean Feel

Three different countries border Lake

Constance, Europe’s third biggest lake, which

is set in an appropriately varied, cosmopolitan

holiday region. The lake shores give way to

gently rolling hills, lush meadows and leafy

vineyards, with a chain of Alpine peaks and

their high-altitude walking terrain and ski

resorts resplendent in the distance. The

Lake Constance holiday region covers an area

of 500 square kilometres in southern Germany. It is

dotted with must-see towns and villages, such as

the historical town of Constance, Friedrichshafen,

Meersburg set amid vine-clad slopes, Wasserburg,

Lindau with its pretty harbour and Überlingen in

a sheltered south-facing spot on the shores of the

lake. A trip to the island of Reichenau should not be

missed. With its outstanding medieval abbey and

churches the island has been a UNESCO World

Heritage Site since November 2000.

Flower Island Mainau – a Symphony for the Senses

The bridge from the mainland seems to cross into

another world. The heavenly Flower Island Mainau

was created by the Bernadotte family, a branch of

the Swedish royal family, and is one of the most

popular destinations on the German side of Lake

Constance. Every year, about 1.2 million visitors

explore this subtropical paradise island –

individually or with an expert guide. The new

horticultural year starts with the great orchid show

in March, the month when the tulips also come into

bloom, followed by the rhododendrons in April and

30,000 rose bushes, more than 1,200 varieties, that

take their place in summer. The wild species and

shrub roses along the rose promenade beguile the

senses with countless scents and colours.

The Indian summer lasts well into the autumn, when

the trees take on splendid red, orange and golden

hues. In winter the welcome warmth of the butterfly

house encourages vanilla, papaya and

tamarind bushes to bloom at an unseason-

able time of year. Young visitors to the

island love the “Water World” adventure

playground, pony riding and animals made

of flowers. Restaurants, the palace café and

traditional beer gardens complete a day out on

Mainau. In 2009, the Island Mainau celebrates the

100th anniversary of the birth of Lennart

Bernadotte. An exhibition about Count Lennart’s

Russian ancestry will be staged in the palace, while

installations in the gardens will highlight his

achievements on the island.

Organic fruit and award-winning Cuisine

A wide range of restaurants and cafés offering

excellent value for money are a hallmark of the

region. Organically grown fruit and vegetables and

award-winning cuisine can both be found. Around

20 varieties of apple grow on the shores of Lake

Constance where the mild climate in the foothills of

the Alps provides ideal growing conditions.

Regional specialities such as whitefish from the lake

and other fresh fish are served along with many

game dishes and top-quality locally grown produce.

Vibrant Towns with a Wealth of Attractions

The university town of Constance offers a wide

range of leisure activities ranging from classical

concerts, the “Rock am See” rock festival and the

annual Lake Constance Night Festival with fireworks

to leisurely strolls, romantic boat trips and

challenging mountain-bike tours. Friedrichshafen –

Meersburg

The floating stage in Bregenz

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region, has long had a reputation as a centre for art

and entertainment. The Bregenz Festival takes

place here every year on its famous pontoon stage.

The floating stage is not only renowned for its

diverse arts programme, it also came to promi-

nence during the Euro 2008 football champion-

ships held in Austria and Switzerland and some of

the latest James Bond film was filmed there. The

border with Switzerland is not far from Bregenz.

The Swiss shores of the lake extend for around 70

kilometres between Altenrhein and Stein am Rhein.

Altenrhein is home to the colourful indoor market

designed by Friedensreich Hundertwasser and Stein

am Rhein is known for its quaint buildings with

many oriel windows. Schaffhausen, where the

waters of the biggest waterfall in Europe thunder

down, is also a short distance away. The neigh-

bouring Principality of Liechtenstein has a cosmo-

politan feel, whist retaining its village-like

tranquillity. One of its cultural gems is the Princely

Collection the Liechtenstein Museum which inclu-

des European masterpieces spanning five centuries.

the birthplace of the Zeppelin – is the home of the

airship and has a renowned airship museum.

Modern Zeppelin NTs can take up to twelve

passengers, and two-hour sightseeing flights over

Lake Constance with unique panoramic views are

available. The outline of Meersburg Castle is

another remarkable sight. The medieval castle from

which this small Badensian town takes its name,

rises up majestically over the rooftops. Like the

castle, the new baroque palace once belonged to

the bishops of Constance. Families flock to the

town’s open-air swimming pool and beach with its

7,000m2 lakeside sunbathing lawn. Lindau is a

special place for a holiday. On balmy summer nights

beneath the palms you really feel as if you’re by the

Mediterranean. A stroll around this historical port

town includes the lighthouse and lion monument by

the lake promenade and medieval Maximilian-

strasse leading to the market square.

Culture and Heritage across the Border

From Lindau harbour with its defensive towers, the

Austrian shore of Lake Constance is within easy

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climb the observation tower in

Bernauer Strasse to look into East

Germany. Because the blocks of

houses stood in East Berlin but

the pavement outside in West

Berlin, the street bore witness to

dramatic scenes when the city

was divided.

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Platz is a testament to the

euphoric spirit of optimism of the

1990s. Checkpoint Charlie, on the

hand, the most famous border

crossing of them all, is a place

where East German history is

preserved for posterity. It is also

home to the Berlin Wall Museum,

a hugely popular attraction that

documents the lengths people

went to in their attempts to

escape East Berlin. The East Side

Gallery is the longest section of

the wall that still stands in the

city centre. It also doubles up as

the largest open-air gallery in the

world, featuring works by more

than 100 international artists. A

much-loved retreat in the city is

the Mauerpark, the Berlin Wall

park, which follows the path of

the border along Schwedter

Strasse. Here, people used to

Berlin, once a city carved up into

east and west, has blossomed

into a buzzing cosmopolitan

capital. Today, 20 years after

reunification, the last vestiges of

a dark chapter in German history

no longer induce the fear they

once did. Alongside the

Brandenburg Gate – which was

situated directly on the old

border and now stands as a

symbol of unity – they have been

assimilated as monuments into

the contemporary cityscape.

The Berlin Wall Trail brings

visitors face to face with life

under the East German regime.

At more than 40 stops along the

way, shocking and deeply moving

stories are told using photos and

multilingual texts.

The rejuvenation of Potsdamer

Glass from Upper Bavaria has

won acclaim all over the world,

both for its practical uses and its

decorative value. The tradition of

glassblowing is still performed in

numerous places. Glassmaking

also remains a significant

contributor to the local economy.

Glassmakers, practitioners of a

venerable and captivating

profession, conjure up elaborate

objects from shapeless masses

of molten material. No machine

can replicate their skills and the

glassworks are the best places to

see their time-honoured trade

being practised. They might even

let you try glassblowing for

yourself. The various sites are

linked by the Glass Route, which

meanders over 250 kilometres

through the Bavarian and Upper

Palatinate forests: the journey

begins in Neustadt an der

Waldnaab – the capital of lead

crystal in Europe – and ends in

style at the Passau Glass

Museum, whose displays are put

together from a richly varied

collection comprising 15,000

glass artworks from all eras. The

art of glassblowing is also

brought to life at a host of

exhibitions, glassblowing

festivals and music festivals.

Weiden is the number one town

for buying glassware and

porcelain in the region, and also

plays host to the annual

Bavarian-Bohemian arts festival,

recommended for fans of

contemporary glass art. A

dazzling example of design

working in harmony with nature

is the Glass Forest, just outside

Regen: here, at the foot of

Weissenstein Castle, 80

transparent “trees” add a

fascinating new dimension to the

woodland scenery.

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Glassblower

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Stuttgart

Frankfurt

Munich

The Romantic Road Journey back to an Age of Pomp and Poetry

WÜRZBURG ResidenzPFAFFENWINKEL WieskircheNÖRDLINGER RIES 15 mio years old crater

routes in Germany. The trail

begins in Würzburg, whose

baroque palace has all the

grandeur of a royal residence.

Thanks in part to its fabulously

ornate mirrored hall, it is now a

UNESCO World Heritage site.

Heading south, excursions into

the Nördlinger Ries region bring

visitors face to face with out-

standing natural beauty,

exemplified by the huge meteor

crater that dates back some 15

million years.

The narrow, winding lanes of

Rothenburg that inspired the

German romanticist Carl Spitzweg

to paint are no less pretty today.

The town‘s little-known yet

endlessly fascinating Christmas

Museum explores all aspects of

the festive season. Further down

the line is Donauwörth, the birth-

place and hometown of the much-

loved Käthe Kruse dolls. Next on

the agenda is the former Roman

city of Augsburg, where the

Fuggerei is the world‘s oldest

social housing project that is still

in existence. It can be explored on

a guided tour with the nightwatch-

man. Then comes Wieskirche

Pilgrimage Church in Pfaffen-

winkel, a masterpiece of rococo

opulence with UNESCO World

Heritage status. Before the

journey reaches its conclusion in

the medieval old quarter of

Füssen, we arrive at Neuschwan-

stein and Hohenschwangau, the

two castles that have come to

symbolise German Romanticism.

Both were built for Ludwig II, the

fairytale king of Bavaria.

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romantic_road

German Romanticism: captured

on canvas by Caspar David

Friedrich, perpetuated in verse by

Friedrich Hölderlin and retained to

this day in the form of fairytale

castles, medieval towns and

picturesque landscapes. It‘s easy

to see why the Romantic Road is

one of the most popular themed

HIGHLIGHTS

The German Fairytale RouteFrom Rumpelstiltskin and Rapunzel to Sleeping Beauty and Snow White

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the original Snow White is said to

have originated. The Brothers

Grimm Museum in Kassel then

whets your appetite for the

adventures to come, such as

Rapunzel‘s tower in Trendelburg

and picture-book Sababurg Castle

in Hofgeismar, on which Sleeping

Beauty‘s castle was based. The

tale of the Pied Piper lures visitors

to Hamelin, while Hansel and

Gretel and the other Grimm

characters can be seen as large as

life in the Magic Park fairytale

forest in Verden. Once Bremen

has been ticked off with its town

musicians (a donkey, a dog, a cat,

and a rooster), the themed route –

one of the oldest in Europe –

reaches its final chapter in

Buxtehude.

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maerchenstrasse

The Brothers Grimm fairytales

have been translated into more

than 160 languages and form part

of UNESCO‘s Memory of the World

Register – timeless tales cherished

all over the world. The 600 km

route that explores the history of

these consummate storytellers

runs from near Frankfurt in the

south to Bremen in the north,

passing enchanted castles and

idyllic medieval towns on its way.

It begins where the Grimm story

begins, in Hanau, where the

brothers were born. The town is

the site of the National Brothers

Grimm Monument and venue of

the Brothers Grimm fairytale

festival. Held every year from May

to July, this massively popular

open-air event brings to life their

magical world of fairies, dwarves

and wizards. After the Brothers

Grimm House in Steinau, the trail

continues to the town where they

studied, Marburg. From here the

route heads north to Homberg,

Schwalmstadt and Alsfeld, in the

region where Little Red Riding

Hood was set. Just outside Bad

Wildungen is the pretty little

village of Bergfreiheit from which

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Augsburg by night

Rothenburg, German Christmas Museum

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One of the best is Hassloch Holiday Park (1).

Fans of white-knuckle rides will especially love its

Expedition GeForce rollercoaster, which represents

the cutting-edge of ride technology. Your

“space ship” climbs to a staggering height,

then plunges back down to earth at speeds

of up to 120 kilometres per hour. The Light-

house Tower, brought in to mark the park‘s

35th birthday in 2006, is the tallest wave

swinger in Germany at around 80 metres. It swings

guests around and around in a huge arc with

nothing but fresh air beneath their dangling legs.

High-octane thrills are also on the agenda at Europa-

Park Rust (2). Occupying an area of 85 hectares, the

theme park between Freiburg and Offenburg is the

largest in Germany. There are more than 120 rides

and attractions to enjoy across 15 themed lands,

twelve of which are based on European countries.

The Italy land dates back to 1981 and includes

authentic architectural features such as the seven-

metre-high Fontana di Paradiso. There is also a

themed land especially for younger guests: Children‘s

World, where the little ones can romp and play on

an artificial beach with dunes, sand and a paddling

pool while their parents relax on the sun deck.

Budding adventurers can also have a go on the

giant slide labyrinth, climbing walls and Viking ship.

Fun & Action in the Hansa-Park

Geiselgasteig near Munich has been one of the

leading locations in German cinema for almost

90 years. It is home to the Bavaria Filmstadt

studios (3), where you can marvel at action-

packed stunt shows or visit the 4D cinema

where you feel like you are actually inside

the film – a unique cinematic experience

for all the senses.

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Higher, faster and to the Extreme –Fun and Adventure in Germany‘s Theme Parks

A world of thrills,

spills and family fun

awaits in Germany‘s

theme parks, whether

it‘s an adventure

playground, a former

film set or a medley

of rollercoasters

and rides.

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Babelsberg (4), a district of Potsdam, is another famous

name in the world of the big screen. The film and

television studios there are more than 90 years old

and are responsible for smash-hit movies such as

The Bourne Supremacy starring Matt Damon. Original

film sets used in classic features are simply fascina-

ting to look around. The 17,000m2 outside grounds

include 26 facades that have featured in a number

of productions such as The Pianist and Stalingrad.

Hansa-Park (5) in Sierksdorf near Hamburg is

Germany‘s only seaside leisure and amusement

park, and offers maritime-themed adventures in

abundance. Rides include the “Rendezvous in the

Loop” (where duelling rollercoasters meet in mid-

air), the chairoplane and the Russian swings. But

away from the main attractions, there‘s also plenty

of room for rest and relaxation in the Hansa Garden.

www.germany-tourism.de/theme_parks

“Alpenexpress Enzian”, Europa-Park

Colosseo, Europa-Park

Splashing through the water: rollercoaster “Poseidon”, Europa-Park “Mammut” in Tripsdrill

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Germany. The name on everybody‘s lips when it

comes to wellness, pampering and restoring

balance to mind and body. Its picturesque

landscapes, beneficial climate and therapeutic

natural treasures combine to deliver an

unforgettable health-focused experience.

Hot springs, mineral-rich mud, seaside air and the

popular Rügen chalk are harnessed to help relieve

everyday stress; souls are soothed and bodies

revitalised by freshly cut hay, heated amber, hops

and milk from mountain goats.

A harmonious symbiosis of body and soul is the

achievable aim by combining personal activity with

the services offered by professionals. Being or

becoming fit together with well being – in one word:

Wellness.

With more than three hundred certified spa resorts

up and down the country, Germany is a destination

of choice for health, beauty and wellness.

Facilities range from state-of-the-art pool and sauna

complexes to acclaimed specialist clinics; treatments

range from classic massages and fitness programmes

to therapies inspired by the Far East.

Baden-Württenberg appears to be predestined for

wellness holidays in Germany. Nature itself has

provided the basics for relaxation, sport, health and

enjoyment in this blessed southern region of the

country with a healthy climate, thermal waters from

Friedrichsbad baths in Baden-Baden

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and more important to

people in today’s hectic

daily lives. They would

like to feel good, leave

the stress behind and

switch off the demands

of work, relations and

family.

bubbling springs (that were already used by the

Romans), fragrant herbs, hay and fresh produce for

the fine vital cuisine; everything at hand.

From the Black Forest to Lake Constance and across

to the Swabian Jura a multitude of possibilities

enable the guests to define their wellness stay

individually. And, in order to provide the assurance

that the quality is equal to the offer, Baden-

Württemberg introduced the “Wellness Stars”

certificate. Almost seventy hotels, clinics and spas

have now received this label, many of which have

also specialised in “medical wellness”, services that

require medical and therapeutic applications. The

well-being and fitness factor, sport, relaxation and

beauty programmes also include a professional

care by doctors and other health personnel.

Over forty Wellness-Hotels in Baden-Württemberg

have obtained between three and five stars. Five of

these hotels – in Emstal at the foot of the Swabian

Jura (Bad Urach), in Bad Wurzach, Höchenschwand,

Badenweiler and Bad Mergentheim, the attractive

small town on the banks of the river Tauber that was

founded in 1080 – have also already obtained the

“medical” mention. The guest receives a complete

medical entrance examination at each of these

quality controlled accommodations. An individual

therapy concept is applied after this check-up. The

hottest springs of Baden-Württemberg are in Bad

Urach, the centre of power in the Middle Ages, where

the water gushes out at 61 degrees centigrade.

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Bavaria at its best: BenediktenhofHotel in Isarwinkel

Germany‘s love affair with the Black Forest dates

back to ancient times: around 2,000 years ago, in

what is now Baden-Baden, the Romans discovered

the hot springs that were so popular throughout

Europe in the 18th century, and which now supply

the high-tech spa and wellness facilities.

Baden-Baden even has its own spa district, home to

the ultra-modern Caracalla thermal baths and the

historical Friedrichsbad.

The Black Forest Spa Route is a loop trail of around

250 kilometres that runs beside pretty medieval

houses, abbeys, castles, secluded upland moors and

lakes. It also passes through many of the German

towns whose names begin with Bad, which signifies

their status as a spa resort: Bad Herrenalb, Bad

Liebenzell and Bad Teinach are three examples,

but Neubulach also deserves a mention with its spa

centre in an old silver mine. The historical spas in

Badenweiler, where the Romans built their Aquae

Villae in the year 70, are still preserved.

The region around Germany‘s banking capital

Frankfurt also has a strong tradition in matters

therapeutic. In Wiesbaden, people were already

aware of the benefits of the hot springs in the early

19th century. The princes and poets of Europe used

to spend weeks at a time there, taking advantage of

the same facilities that we enjoy today: whether it‘s

the orthopaedic healing centre, the spa assembly

rooms, the Kaiser Friedrich thermal baths or the

casino. Wiesbaden still has a reputation as a place

of medical healing with the highest standards of

quality.

At the end of the 19th century, Kaiser Wilhelm II

declared Bad Homburg, at the foot of the Taunus

hills, to be his summer retreat. Another great leader

to spend time in the town was King Rama V of Siam,

albeit it on a grand tour of Europe. He was enrap-

tured by the splendid spa gardens, the casino and

the Kaiser Wilhelm baths. The latter now has a

glittering new day spa called Kur Royal®, a fine

complement to the Taunus Theme thermal baths

and the VitalCenter in the spa gardens.

The island of Rügen in the Baltic Sea is renowned

for its long, sandy beaches and awe-inspiring chalk

cliffs. In recent years, a host of spa hotels have

opened in its seaside resorts – most notably Binz,

Baabe, Thiessow and Sellin. Two of the most

exclusive establishments are the deluxe Kurhaus

hotel in Binz and the four-star Kurhaus hotel in

Sellin, which overlooks the delightful pier. Both

belong to the Travel Charme Hotel & Resorts chain.

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A haven for the senses: Bad Füssing

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The best holiday regions offer

special health and wellness

programmes; be it in Schleswig-

Holstein or Bavaria, Mecklenburg-

Western Pomerania or North

Rhine-Westphalia. The choice is

endless, from Ayurveda and Aqua-

Chi-Gong to Nordic-walking and

sauna pleasures to yoga massage

and thalasso therapy.

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Stay healthy and feel great –Health Spas and Clinics in Germany

With names such as Virchow, Ehrlich and Röntgen,

it‘s no wonder Germany soon became the leading

nation for healthcare and medicine. Germany was a

place of healing then and is a place of healing today

with more than 300 spa resorts to choose from.

Let us begin with Baden-Baden, which was once

frequented by great Russian writers such as Fyodor

Dostoyevsky and Ivan Turgenev. The town is famous

for clinics specialising in preventative medicine,

rehabilitation, psychosomatic disorders and homeo-

pathy. It is also home to the Salina, a newly opened

spa where guests luxuriate in salt-water grottos.

Leo Tolstoy took great delight in the saline springs

and peat spas of Bad Kissingen, a spa resort since

1520. Other prominent figures to avail themselves

of these elegant facilities include Otto von Bismarck

and Emperor Franz Joseph of Austria. Bad Kissingen

is perhaps the best-known of Germany‘s spa resorts,

where the rich and beautiful of the world come to

be pampered.

The saline and chalybeate springs in Bad Pyrmont

were known to have been used back in Roman

times. The town is also home to the Dunsthöhle

steam cave, where a steady flow of natural carbon

dioxide is released from the walls. Anyone suffering

from breathing difficulties, rheumatism or other

musculo-skeletal conditions will benefit from a visit

here.

In the state-approved spa resort of Bad Meinberg in

the Teutoburg Forest, the 19th-century composer

Albert Lortzing used to swear by the healing

powers of the sulphurous muds, before resuming

work on the score of his famous opera Zar und

Zimmermann (Tsar and Carpenter). These days, of

course, anyone can benefit from the specialist

medicinal services on offer in the town, and enjoy

its rich arts and entertainment scene.

Bad Alexandersbad in the Fichtelgebirge mountains

has a history that goes back more than 250 years.

The delightful resort town with its mineral springs

and mud spas became a mecca for refined tastes in

1805, following the visit of the Prussian King

Friedrich Wilhelm III and his wife Luise. Today, as

well as the standard hydrotherapy and acupuncture

treatments, you can benefit from neural therapy,

laser therapy and autohaemotherapy.

It‘s no exaggeration to say that Bad Neuenahr, a

member of the Royal Spas of Europe association, is

truly fit for a king. Salus per aquam – wellbeing

through water – finds its expression here in the

carbonated alkaline spring, which was officially

opened by Princess Augusta of Prussia (wife of

Kaiser Wilhelm I) in 1858, shortly after it was

discovered by accident. For those looking to unwind

in style, the Symphony of the Senses spa really lives

up to its name with wellness facilities of the highest

quality.

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Clinics in major cities fulfil an

important role in Germany‘s

healthcare services. Many of them

are known all over the world for

their state-of-the-art medical

equipment.

the very latest methods. The surgical and out-

patients‘ clinics in the city centre specialise in the

following fields: traumatology, abdominal surgery,

endocrinal surgery, vascular surgery and intensive

care surgery.

The German Diagnostics Clinic in Wiesbaden was

set up in 1970 along the lines of the acclaimed Mayo

Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. The services it offers

embrace the full range of specialist fields:

anaesthesiology, surgery, gynaecology, cardiology,

bone marrow transplants, rheumatology,

transfusions and urology.

Hamburg-Eppendorf University Clinic unites high-

quality medical treatment, research and teaching

under one roof. Literally thousands of doctors and

nurses in all specialist fields provide the very best in

care for patients from Germany and abroad. Another

leading address is Düsseldorf University Hospital,

which offers among other things maxillofacial (jaw)

surgery, facial plastic surgery, treatments for meta-

bolic disorders, conservative and preventative

dentistry, orthopaedics and “nuclear medicine”. It

also places the highest priority on research into new

methods of treatment. With its new cardiology

centre opened just six months ago, the University

Hospital in Cologne is going from strength to

strength. Of the 18 units that make up the hospital,

the centre for integrated oncology and the ortho-

paedic department enjoy the highest international

standing. Alongside their daily duties, the doctors

undertake numerous interdisciplinary projects and

collaborations to further their knowledge of

diagnostics and treatments for a wide range of

diseases.

Clinics

Perhaps the most famous clinic in Germany is the

Charité in Berlin – which has no less than 17 leading

clinical departments covering a wide variety of

disciplines. In 2004, the former Russian president

Boris Yeltsin 2004 was treated at the cardiology

centre on the Charité campus.

The “Klinikum” in Nuremberg calls itself a “house of

health” rather than a hospital and is run to the

highest standards. Although it offers the full range

of specialist fields, there is a strong focus on

holistic treatment. In the centre for sleep studies,

for example, doctors from the psychiatry,

pulmonology, neurology and ENT (ear, nose and

throat) clinics work closely together. A similar spirit

of cooperation exists in the Centre for Geriatric

Medicine between geriatricians, neurologists,

psychiatrists and psychosomatic specialists. All

examinations are conducted by a first-rate team of

experts in pleasant, modern surroundings. The

Russian Aleksandr Solzhenitsyn, winner of the

Nobel Prize for Literature, is just one of the VIPs to

have been treated there.

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Shopping

Whatever you choose, whether it‘s sports apparel,

teddy bears, designer clothes, kitchen knives, leather

goods or china creations, “Made in Germany” is a

byword for superlative quality. The prices are compe-

titive, too, and not just at the end of the season.

There are bargains to be had all year round at the

factory shops and outlet centres favoured by many

German manufacturers: Wertheim Village near

Würzburg, Ingolstadt Village between Nuremberg

and Munich, and Metzingen south of Stuttgart to

name but a few examples.

All the big names from Germany and around the

world are represented: Adidas, Aigner, Armani,

Bogner, Hugo Boss, Chanel, Dior, Tommy Hilfiger,

JOOP!, Lacoste, Puma and Louis Vuitton. As you

can see, the outlet stores boast a fantastic range

of high-quality goods, but they also ensure a stress-

free retail experience with layouts reminiscent of

miniature cities. There are so many shops to explore:

you could be browsing for tinsel and baubles in a

branch of the Käthe Wohlfahrt Christmas village

(which sells festive wares all year round in Rothen-

burg ob der Tauber) one moment, then selecting a

Samsonite suitcase the next. Or there is Rosenthal,

a leading German brand for homeware, lifestyle

goods and gifts that has been based in Bavaria

since 1879. Another household name on the store

guides is Steiff, the company that produces the

teddy bears with the trademark “button in the ear”.

The bears and other cuddly animals are made in

Giengen in southern Germany where you watch

them being made by hand at the Steiff Museum.

Producers of leather goods such as Bree in Isern-

hagen, northern Germany, sell their favourably

priced collections direct from the factory. The same

goes for adidas – founded by the brothers Rudolf

and Adi Dassler – which runs a factory outlet in

Herzogenaurach. Rudolf also went on to establish

Puma, one of Adidas‘ biggest rivals.

Germany has a long tradition of elegant, eye-

catching and high-quality products. The kings of

Bavaria, for example, had purveyors to the court,

including for fine cloth and tableware, which was

made in Berlin, Meissen and Frankfurt. Zwilling,

based in western Germany, is one of the oldest

manufacturers of branded steel homeware in the

world. Black Forest cuckoo clocks and the ornate

woodcarvings from the Erzgebirge mountains are

also distinguished by a long history. Or we could

equally be referring to the luxurious fountain pens

with the white star from Montblanc, whose head-

quarters are in Hamburg. There‘s barely a child in

Germany who hasn‘t played with a Käthe Kruse doll

or watched captivated as trains whizz by on a

Märklin model railway.

You can buy all these wonderful products and more

at world-famous retail giants such as the KaDeWe

(Kaufhaus des Westens) department store on the

Ku‘damm in Berlin, futuristic malls designed by

internationally acclaimed architects (in Frankfurt

and Cologne).

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Golf

Nestled in the Upper Bavarian Alps close to Mount

Watzmann and Mount Kehlstein, the Inter-

Continental Resort Hotel in Berchtesgaden is home

to Germany’s highest-altitude golf course – the

ultimate experience for players who like to tee off

to mountains views. The fabulous nine-hole course

lies 1,000 metres (3,281 feet) above sea level and

spreads out over an area of 24 hectares (approx.

59acres).

The region around Munich is in a class of its own

when it comes to golf. Players are spoilt for choice

with eleven courses within a 40km radius (approx.

25 miles) of the city. Right up there with the best is

the golf retreat in Alpenhof Murnau. The greens

and water hazards enjoy particular fame in this part

of the world.

Another top location for golf is the Hartl Resort in

Bad Griesbach. One of Europe's finest golf resorts,

it offers no end of options for golfers on grounds

covering 600 hectares (approx. 1,482 acres). There

are six 18-hole golf courses for keen players to test

their skills, three of them designed to championship

standards by former Ryder Cup captain Bernhard

Langer.

The Sport & SPA Resort A-ROSA Scharmützelsee is

a dream come true for golfers of all abilities. It is

surrounded by lakes of varying shapes and sizes in

the unspoilt moraine landscape south-east of

Berlin. Professional golfer Nick Faldo designed the

three 18-hole golf courses at the resort, which have

a host of fiendish water hazards to overcome.

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Once considered an

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A leading German golf magazine recently named

the Schloss Teschow Golf and Wellness Hotel

among the top eight resorts in the country. Both the

country park and its 18-hole championship golf

course – complete with ponds, bunkers and

immaculate greens – have been sculpted from the

gently undulating countryside known as

Mecklenburg Switzerland. For those who enjoy the

finer things in life, the gourmet cuisine in the hotel

is some of the best in the region.

Heiligendamm on the Baltic coast is famed for its

seafront buildings with their classical white facades.

The elegant Kempinski Grand Hotel is regarded as

the finest of them all, and the latest string to its

bow is a 27-hole golf course. Liberally sprinkled with

challenging obstacles and close to the sea, it has

everything a golfer could wish for.

Fleesensee Golf and Country Club, which is built on

the shore of a lake, is the definitive place to play

golf in Germany. Located between Hamburg and

Berlin in the breathtaking Mecklenburg Lakes

region, it’s worth a visit for the scenery alone.

Occupying an area of 550 hectares (1,359 acres)

and with lakes, streams, bunkers and greens of

superlative quality, the club is the perfect place for

golfers to lower their handicap.

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Grand SPA Resort A-ROSA Sylt

The five-star landscape is already there –

we’re just taking it a step further. Guests will

be able to see for themselves that there is still

room for superlatives in Sylt when the Grand

SPA Resort A-ROSA Sylt has its grand

opening in List in 2010.

Grand SPA Resort A-ROSA Kitzbühel

This resort at the heart of the Alps has

everything to set your heart racing. The

outstanding location. The visionary

architecture. The perfect service. And you are

our guest. Delight in the elegant architecture,

dedicated service and the passion for that

extra special touch. (Bertelsmann: “Austria’s

Hotel of the Year 2008”, Busche Verlag: “SPA

Diamond 2008”)

Sport & SPA Resort

A-ROSA Scharmützelsee

Pure grace: by the tranquil lake and under the

sheltering branches, the resort finds its

natural home. The spacious resort grounds

are right on the banks of the Scharmützelsee,

surrounded by golf courses and forests.

Anyone in search of rest and relaxation will

find everything they could need here in the

heart of nature: just the thing to restore the

balance of their body and soul in harmony

with nature.

Nick Faldo, Stan Eby and Arnold Palmer are

the designers of this phenomenal golf

experience. It seems only logical that the

course was crowned a five-star superior

course by the German Association of Golf

Courses, and awarded “Germany’s Leading

Golf Resort” (World Travel Awards 2008).

Hotel Neptun

Hotel Neptun in Warnemünde is right on the

beautiful sandy beach and offers the best

views all round. Baltic fans will love the clear

sea view from the rooms and from the

Finnish sauna. Anyone in need of a little

relaxation will enjoy the view from the SPA

too, as well as a distinctive wellness zone

including Germany’s first original

thalassotherapy centre.

For more information

A-ROSA Resort Management GmbHAm Kaiserkai 69DE-20457 HamburgTel. +49 (0)40 - 30 03 22 100Fax +49 (0)40 - 30 03 22 [email protected]

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Grand SPA Resort A-ROSA Travemünde

This elegant resort combines an impressive

view of the beach and the Baltic, classic

spa architecture and modern design. Such

a harmonious blend offers just what any

guest needs to relax and indulge themselves

to the max.

In the SPA-ROSA time and space fade away

when the body and soul can soar in pure well-

being. The range of treatments and facilities is

as large as it is exquisite, so you’ll be tempted

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former capital of West Germany, where

visitors will find ancient buildings and

museums, including the Art and Exhibition

Hall of the Federal Republic of Germany.

The M Hotel Bonn is the ideal base for

business or pleasure in the Rhineland. It is

also close to a number of acclaimed clinics.

M Hotels (37 M Hotels in Germany)

are located in the most beautiful holiday

regions, such as the Baltic coast and the Black

Forest, but also in the most exciting German

cities. And one of those is, beyond doubt,

Munich, capital of the Free State of Bavaria.

As host for the Oktoberfest, Munich welcomes

year after year millions of visitors from all over

the world. The M Hotel Munich in a

central location near the main station and

Stachus square enthuses its guests with

unusual culinary programmes and heartfelt

cordiality. The M Hotel Frankfurt is

situated adjacent to the trade fair centre and

only a few minutes’ drive from Frankfurt

Airport. Just like the financial metropolis of

Frankfurt the M Hotel has

a lot of international flair: every day, guests

from all over the world enjoy good food and

good times in its Sushi restaurant, “lifestyle

bar” and M Sports Club.

The M Hotel Berlin presents itself in a

cosmopolitan but also very traditional way.

It is only a few steps away from ultra-modern

Potsdam square with the Sony Center. The

hotel itself with its high class furnishing of

dark wood and bright marble, a lot of glass and

resplendent chandeliers conveys the

impression that the guests are in Berlin but

also in another world. Inside the hotel, which

was opened in August 2005, the fabulous decor

takes its cue from the glamour and decadence

of 1920s Germany.

Another jewel in the M portfolio was

inaugurated December 2007 in Düsseldorf,

the capital of the federal state of North Rhine-

Westphalia. The M Hotel Düsseldorf is

located at the airport with direct access to the

terminal. The first class hotel has 533 rooms

including the largest presidential suite in

Düsseldorf with 220 sqm.

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Jakobsberg Hotel & Golf Club is set high above the famous LoreleyValley along the Rhine, the father of all rivers in Germany. The four-star-superior hotel is a beacon of luxury and refinement for foodlovers, golfers and more.

Lomi Nui (a Hawaiian-style temple massage)

and chocolate massages are on offer alongside

all the usual suspects. A sauna, tanning salon

and swimming pool complete the picture.

Fine food and drink awaits in the à la carte

Klostergut Restaurant and the bistro café,

located right beside the golf course. The

regional and international specialities at both

are only ever made using fresh, seasonal

ingredients.

Couples tying the knot can do so at the

wonderfully romantic baroque chapel located

within the hotel grounds on Jakobsberg hill.

The hotel is happy to arrange all the enter-

tainment from the reception to the wedding

dinner. Your big day can even include a

sightseeing trip in a helicopter, hot air balloon

or covered wagon, or a river cruise to the

Loreley rock.

The Rhine, of course, is also famous for its

wines: the hotel hosts regular local wine

tastings and has a cellar stocked with the best

that the region has to offer. There are even

walking trails and cycle paths through the

surrounding vineyards.

For centuries, the Loreley Valley has been a

source of inspiration for great artists such as

Heinrich Heine, Clemens Brentano and William

Turner. A UNESCO World Heritage site since

2002, it now attracts visitors from all over the

world. There are few better places from which

to enjoy the region than Jakobsberg Hotel &

Golf Club, part of which is set in the walls of

an abbey founded by Frederick the Victorious

in the 12th century. More than 100 rooms and

suites offer spacious surroundings for guests.

But that’s not all – as well as luxury, fine food

and wellness, the complex has a strong focus

on sport and activities. Top of the list, of

course, is golf.

Right outside the main door is an 18-hole

championship course tended by Jakobsberg

Golf Club. Together with the hotel, it is

surrounded by forests, castles and spectacular

hills, while your gaze returns time and time

again to the breathtaking river valley.

But there‘s more to do than just play golf:

indoor and outdoor tennis courts, squash

courts, a badminton hall, bowling alleys and

a gym are just some of the sporting facilities

on offer. Or why not try something new?

Clay pigeon or target shooting, for example,

on our private range.

After working up a sweat or playing a round

of golf, you can unwind in our wellness and

beauty centre. Exotic offerings such as Lomi

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For more information

JAKOBSBERG Hotel & Golfanlage Im Tal der Loreley | DE-56154 BoppardTel. +49 (0)6742-80 80 | Fax: +49 (0)6742-30 [email protected] | www.jakobsberg.de ©

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buffets. Conference delegates and large

groups can also have lunch and a sumptuous

dinner in the restaurant.

The private auditorium “Neue Lupe” with its

stage and multimedia equipment is set up for

film previews, lectures and presentations but

can also be used for business functions and

press conferences. In total, there are nine

conference rooms in the hotel so that any

event can be given the big-screen treatment.

The name to remember if you want to banish

your everyday cares is “Cleopatra”, otherwise

known as the wellness centre and gym on the

sixth floor of the hotel. In an elegant spa suite

themed on ancient Egypt, you can enjoy a

pampering fit for the Queen of the Nile herself.

But that's not all: you can also enjoy a workout

using state-of-the-art fitness equipment from

crosstrainers to multigyms, relax afterwards

in the steamroom and Finnish light-therapy

sauna, then rinse off under the realistic rain

The Hollywood Media Hotel on the

Kurfürstendamm in Berlin pays homage

to films, world-famous movie stars and

big-screen legends. The location of this

4-star establishment couldn't be better.

Not only is the Kurfürstendamm, the most

popular shopping street in Berlin, right

on your doorstep, but you are also within

easy reach of the zoo, the iconic memorial

church and Potsdamer Platz.

There’s simply no getting away from the theme

of Hollywood and the big screen. Walking

around the hotel is like taking a walk through

movie history with around 500 framed posters,

original film photos and shrines devoted to

classic films. Actual sets and stills from films

by the Berlin-based producer and owner of the

hotel Artur Brauner complete the cinematic

picture. Each of the 182 rooms, suites and

apartments is named after a famous actor or

actress and includes a portrait as well as a

lovingly researched biography. Whether you

prefer the classic elegance of a diva such as

Marlene Dietrich or the rebellious charms of

a James Dean, there is a star to suit your

personality in the Hollywood Media Hotel.

From the moment you walk through the door,

you play the lead role and enjoy the service

and luxuries that A-list celebrities take

for granted.

In the Bel Air restaurant, you begin the day

with a champagne breakfast with hot and cold

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effects of a spa shower. Personal massages

and cosmetic treatments can be booked

separately.

Rest and relaxation, luxury and glamour,

celebrities and idols: experience all this and

more in Berlin’s number one film hotel, where

you become one of a universe of stars.

For more information

Hollywood Media HotelKurfürstendamm 202 | DE-10719 Berlin | GermanyTel. +49 (0)30-88 91 00 | Fax: +49 (0)30-88 91 02 80www.filmhotel.de

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BERLINALEFeb 05 - 15, 2009The Berlinale has been drawinginternational film stars, starletsand movie buffs to Berlin since1951: it is ranked alongsideCannes and Venice as one of theworld’s top three film festivals.

� JAZZ RALLY, DÜSSELDORFMay 29 - 31, 2009The open-air stages and barsaround the old quarter will beringing with the sounds of jazzfrom progressive New YorkUnderground to the traditionalNew Orleans sound for three full days.

� HAMBURG PORT ANNIVERSARY May 08 - 10, 2009The world’s biggest port festivaltakes place on land, sea and inthe air and features a packedprogramme of sailboat parades,tugboat ballet, balloon rides,skydiving, artistic and culinarydelights.

� BADEN-BADEN INTERNATIONAL VINTAGE CAR RALLYJuly 10 -12, 2009Car enthusiasts and lovers ofnostalgia come together on Kaiserallee to celebrate thesplendid limousines and ancientjalopies under the romanticglow of more than 2,000Chinese lanterns.

� HEIDELBERG AUTUMN FAIRSep 26, 2009A traditional street fair withcraft stalls and a medieval market, featuring entertainmentfor all ages from performancepoetry to traditional street performers.

�MUSEUM EMBANKMENTFESTIVAL, FRANKFURTAug 28 - 30, 2009The colourful programme ofcabaret, variety and music puttogether by the museums, plus a variety of delicious foodand drink, fills the riversidepromenades with life for threewhole days.

HANDEL IN HALLEFestival to mark the 250th

Anniversary of his DeathThe great composer George Frederick Handel died

250 years ago. In 2009, to commemorate the occasion,

fans of classical music from all over the world will

descend on towns and cities in Germany associated

with the master of the baroque. Handel was born in

Halle, which plays host to an exclusive musical

programme in June as part of the annual Handel

Festival. Besides exhibitions, lectures and concerts,

audiences can look forward to outstanding

performances of his finest operas. Splendid venues

such as Halle Opera House and the Handel-Haus

always add a touch of prestige to the festival, but the

appearance of Queen Elizabeth II, patron of the Handel

Year promises to be something extra special.

2009

BAUHAUS YEAR 2009Join in the Celebrations for the Bauhaus AnniversaryWalter Gropius ushered in a remarkable artistic

revolution when he founded the Bauhaus 90 years ago.

Standards in architecture and design were completely

turned on their head, and the buildings and objects

that resulted can still be seen today – especially in

Weimar, where the school was first located. From 1 April

to 5 July 2009, the town is marking the 90th

anniversary of Bauhaus with an exhibition entitled

“The birth of the Bauhaus”. Throughout 2009,

Thuringia is celebrating the foremost art school of the

20th century with a host of exciting events, including

exhibitions such as ”The Bauhaus in Jena“ (22 March

to 7 June, Jena) and ”Struggle for the Bauhaus“

(7 June to 2 August, Erfurt).

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�INTERNATIONAL FIREWORK COMPETITION,HANNOVER

May 16, June 06, Aug22, Sep 05 + 19, 2009The elite of the pyrotechnicworld demonstrate their artagainst the magnificentbackdrop of the HerrenhausenGardens, accompanied by musicfrom classic to pop.H

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� MUNICH, CARL ORFFFESTIVAL 2009June 19 - Aug 09,2009William Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night's Dream”kicks off the festival at theabbey near Munich which isfamous for its brewery. Andechs Abbey

� BOTTICELLI, FRANKFURT

Nov 13, 2009 - Feb 28, 2010Lovers of Renaissance Art willenjoy the Exhibition about theartist Sandro Botticelli inFrankfurts noted art institution,which host the Städel museumas well as a famous art school. www.staedelmuseum.de

� POTSDAM BIOSPHEREAll-season20,000 exotic plants in a tropical garden covering almost5,000m2 and equipped with 21st

century simulation and multimedia technology.

� 16TH "CHRISTMAS FAIRFOR APPLIED ARTS“,KARLSRUHEDec 05 - 14, 2009In cooperation with the Baden-Württemberg Craftsmen’sAssociation, the Baden StateMuseum will be presenting themany facets of contemporaryarts and crafts.

KISSINGER SOMMER • Rathausplatz 4 • DE-97688 Bad KissingenPhone : +49 (0)9718-07 11 10 • Fax: +49 (0)9718-07 11 09

www.kissingersommer.de • eMail: [email protected]

June 18 – July 19

24TH INTERNATIONAL MUSIC FESTIVAL

Thur. June 18 Handel-Gala with Cecilia Bartoli Basel Chamber Orchestra

Fri. June 19 Opening ConcertNational Orchestra of Athens·Byron Fidetzis ·Heinrich Schiff·Skalkottas: Greek DancesTschaikowsky: “RokokoVariations“ ·Bruch: Kol Nidrei ·Dvorják: Symphony no 8

Fri. June 26 Vienna Piano SoiréeVienna Symphony OrchestraFabio Luisi ·ElisabethLeonskaja·Beethoven: Pianoconcert no 5·Brahms: Symphony No 2

Sun. June 28 Tschaikowsky-SoiréeBavarian Radio SymphonyOrchestraVladimir Fedosejew·JanineJansen·Tschaikowsky: Polonaisefrom ”Eugen Onegin“ and violin concert·Prokofieff: Symphony no 5

Fri. July 3 Prague GalaCzech Philharmony OrchestraJuraj Valcuha·Vilde Frang·Yeol-Eum Son·Winner of the”Kissinger KlavierOlympiade”

Sat. July 4 Master ConcertKonzerthausorchester BerlinLothar Zagrosek·Daniel Müller-Schott ·Brahms: Haydn-Variationen·Haydn: Concert forvioloncello ·C major · Schumann: Symphony no 4

Sun. July 12 Vienna Classical SoiréeRadio Symphony Orchestra StuttgartSir Roger Norrington·Lars Vogt·Haydn: Symphony no 94 and no 100·Beethoven: Piano concert no 3

Sun. July 19 Closing ConcertOrchestre National de LyonJun Märkl · Jean-YvesThibaudet ·Mendelssohn: Ouvertüre op. 26 and Symphony no 3 · Gershwin: Piano concert

Highlights

�"MUSEUMS NIGHT”,STUTTGARTMarch 21, 200990 museums, galleries, studiosand cultural institutions presentexhibitions and numerous special programmes until theearly hours, along with excitinglive events and parties.

�ARTIST COUPLES – LOVE, ART AND PASSION, COLOGNEOct 31, 2008 –Feb 08, 2009The exhibits by well-knownartist couples such as Claudel &Rodin or Kahlo & Rivera showhow artists have influ-enced oneanother. Wallraf-Richartz-Museum & Foundation Corboud.

2009

FRIEDRICHSTADTPALAST THEATRE IN BERLINDazzling Entertainment with TopLevel StarsJosephine Baker, Joe Cocker und Liza Minelli – the list

of great names, who have won over their public in the

Friedrichstadtpalast is long and growing.

Every evening the stage of the greatest revue theatre

in Europe is transformed into the unique fireworks of

light effects and breathtaking choreography of

an international dance ensemble. The show “Qi – eine

Palast- Phantasie” has been enchanting guests from

around the world. A special highlight is the ice surface

moving within a unique dance-in-the-round with

stirring music and dazzling colours.

Those who want to mount the stage themselves, have

an opportunity to do so with a glimpse behind stage.

H I S T O R I CHIGHLIGHTSOF GERMANY

AUGSBURG FREIBURGERFURT HEIDELBERGKOBLENZ MAINZ MÜNSTER OSNABRÜCKPOTSDAMREGENSBURGROSTOCKTRIER WIESBADENWÜRZBURG

www.historicgermany.com

Lots of famous peoplehave visited these townsand cities – from theRoman emperorAugustus to MartinLuther, JohannSebastian Bach andGoethe. Follow in theirillustrious footsteps andvisit Germany’s his-torical towns and citieswhere lives past andpresent are interwoven.

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� KAISERSTUHL ANDTUNIBERG WINE FESTIVALAug 28 - 31, 2009One of the biggest wine festi-vals in Baden. Regional winesare served along with culinaryspecialities and there is avaried programme of eventsincluding the coronation of thewine princess.

www.moyland.de

� 575TH DRESDEN STRIEZELMARKT

Nov 26 - Dec 24, 2009The Striezel market, one of Germany’s oldest Christmasmarkets is known for its regionalhandmade products like lacefrom Plauen, ornate wood-carvings from the ErzgebirgeMountains and of course thefamous Dresdner Christstollen.

� SCHAURAUM - FESTDER MUSEEN UND GALERIEN, MÜNSTEREarly SeptemberThe cultural festival includingreadings, expositions, musical-and cultural events, will colour-fully transform the city’s squares and quarters.

WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP ATHLETICS IN BERLINStriving for Medals in the Capital ofGermanyBerlin, the host city for the 12th IAAF World Champion-

ships in Athletics, is ready and set to welcome the

finest athletes in the world in August 2009. Building on

the success of the 2007 event in Osaka, Japan, some

2,000 competitors from more than 200 countries will

challenge for medals in the Olympic Stadium. But not

every one of the 47 disciplines is fought out in this

legendary venue. Spectators from all over the world

will also congregate in the city centre to cheer on the

marathon runners, who begin and end their race at the

Brandenburg Gate. Half a million people are expected

to attend the event.

German President Horst

Köhler is already on the

guest list as patron of

the championships.

Aug 15 - 23, 2009

OKTOBERFESTWhen Munich welcomes the WorldSome people associate Munich with the Hofbräuhaus

beer hall or the Olympiastadion, but for most it is the

home of the Oktoberfest. Millions of people from all

over the world come every year to enjoy the numerous

beer tents, fairground rides and other attractions on

the ”Wies’n“, slang for the Theresienwiese grounds

where the Oktoberfest takes place. The Oktoberfest

runs for just over two weeks and, with so much to do,

you might just need that long. Exercise your drinking

hand with the famous one-litre beer steins, treat your-

self to hearty Bavarian specialities and brave a white-

knuckle ride on the Olympia Looping rollercoaster. Fun,

thrills and an unforgettable experience for the whole

family await at the largest public festival in the world.

Sep 19 - Oct 04, 2009

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WIESBADEN THEATRIUM(WILHELMSTRASSESTREET FESTIVAL)June 11 - 13, 2009The traditional street festivalwith street performers, bands,craft market and food & drinkstalls, has been attracting thousands of visitors for morethan 30 years.

�DUHNEN MUDFLAT HORSE RACES June 19, 2009Galloping and trotting raceshave taken place on the mudflats off the North Searesort of Duhnen since 1902.

�27. ZELT-MUSIK-FESTIVAL ZMF FREIBURG

June 25 - July 12,2009Artists from around the globepresent world class traditionaland modern musik at one ofEurope’s oldest and mostrenowned tentfestivals.

Dennenlohe

Castle Park

DENNENLOHE CASTLE PARKAmong the top twenty of Germany’s most beautifulparks

The Castle has been in pos-session of the Süsskind familyfor 8 generations. Today themanor houses host a vintagecar museum, a tavern, a newchocolaterie, castle stores,an antiques shop and an artgallery in the historichippodrome. It is the largestRhododendron park inSouthern Germany.

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www.Dennenlohe.de

PARK OPENING 2009:April 01 – Nov 01

25 acres Rhododendron and Castle Park with 15 islands many foot bridges in picturesque castle pond

Water gardens, castle arena and Orangery Café

Sound-park days and Dennelohe classic days with concerts and operasin July and August

Estate farm with shops, gallery and gastronomy

Guided tours with Baron Süsskind himself

SCHLOSS DENNENLOHE DE-91743 UnterschwaningenPhone: +49 (0) 9836 96888, Fax: +49 (0) 9836 [email protected]

Member of the Royal Horticultural Society &

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� AUTUMN OLD TOWNFESTIVAL OF CULTURESep 16 - Oct 04, 2009The multi-faceted programme of the festival in Düsseldorf’s old town attracts 20,000 visi-tors every year. Venues includechurches, galleries, restaurants,the great ISIS theatre and more.

� “LOOKING FORMUSHROOMS” LUDWIGMUSEUM, COLOGNE

until early March2009Beat Poets, Hippies, Funk andMinimal Art: Art and Counter-culture in San Francisco 1955 - 1968

� HANNOVER GOESFASHION

Aug 31, 2008 – Feb 01,2009Ten museums have joined forcesto stage the “Hannover goesFashion” exhibition project, looking at the subject of fashionfrom every different angle.

� ROSTOCK WARNEMÜNDER WOCHEJuly 04 - 12, 2009Sailing regattas, bathtub anddragon boat races, handball and parties at the beach are justa few of the diverse attractionsthat make up this traditionalevent in Rostock’s seasidedistrict.

SEASON OPENING EUROPA-PARKVisit the new Catapult-Coaster!Slowly, the train is moving through the darkness.

Suddenly: deadlock. Breathless attention, hearts are

beating faster and faster! Launch – in 2.5 seconds

from 0 to 100! At a height of almost 40 metres the

train turns around – it’s pure adrenaline! A 32 metres

high loop – oh my God, I’m upside down! A steep turn

follows straight away, then a roll to the right, another

steep turn and a roll to the left – no time to catch

a breath! Now a hump through

the loop and a full 360°

heart-line roll … another

steep turn … full braking.

Wow – what a ride!

This is how all visitors,

who are daring enough

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will feel from the season

2009 on.

www.europa-park.co.uk

April 04, 2009

�ROSTOCKER KUNST-NACHTAug 21 - 22, 2009The small scale performing artsfestival “Kultur aus dem Hut“(culture out of a hat) takes placein the historic towncenteraround the Universitätsplatz.

�GREAT FESTIVAL WEEKBADEN-BADENAug 29 - Sep 06, 2009Spirits are high and the atmosphere is electric as racefever hits the international racetrack in Iffezheim.

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GDR MUSEUM BERLIN

LIVING HISTORYLife behind the wall betweenTrabant and Spreewaldcucumber, concrete prefabsand datcha

EXCITING, INTERACTIVEand based on historical facts. Intelligibly and lovingly arranged, the GDR museum takes you back to everydaylife in the German DemocraticRepublic.

SPECIAL FEATUREExhibits wait to be touched and to be tried out – an –unprecedented museum experience so far.

GDR LIVEin Berlin’s historical centre. Erich Honecker on the wall, Stasi technology to try out and a Trabant for you to drivetake you back into another era.

INFORMATIONPhone +49(0)30-847 123 73-1

DDR MUSEUM

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ServiceSpecific Travel Information

By AirGermany is served by more than 100 international airlines. Lufthansa, togetherwith its Star Alliance partners, offers the most frequent and extensive services.Thanks to the Star Alliance global route network and coordinated timetable,Germany has connections with 729 destinations worldwide (within Germanycall 0180/583842672 for Lufthansa information and reservations). All airportshave good connections with the relevant city transport networks.

Frankfurt airport (FRA)Frankfurt airport (FRA) is the largest airport in continental Europe, handling 48 million passengers a year. 110 scheduled passenger airlines fly directly toaround 290 towns and cities throughout the world. Frankfurt airport has tworailway stations: a long-distance train station and a regional train station. Fromhere you can travel directly to all of the most important towns and cities inGermany and to major cities in neighbouring countries. S-Bahn trams (S8/S9)run every 15 minutes from the regional train station (Regionalbahnhof) to thecity (about a 10 minute ride) and the Rhein-Main area. Service hotline: +49 (0) 69/69 00

Munich airport (MUC)Munich airport (MUC) is Germany’s second largest airport with more than 200direct flights to destinations all across the world and with more than 23 millionpassengers a year. With a choice of road and rail links, there are many ways totravel to and from Munich Airport International. Trams running on the S1 andS8 lines between the airport and Bavaria’s capital depart every 10 minutes.From the key stations of the airport rapid transit lines travellers can switch toand from regional and long-distance trains of the mainline rail network ofDeutsche Bahn. Service hotline: +49 (0) 89/9 75 00

Düsseldorf airport (DUS)Düsseldorf airport is Germany’s third largest airport, handling 14 millionpassengers a year. 90 international airlines serve 190 destinations worldwide.The fully automatic monorail SkyTrain connects the Airport Rail Station to theterminal and is served by 300 trains daily. Service hotline: +49 (0) 211/2 11/42 10

Hamburg airport (HAM)Hamburg airport (HAM) serves almost 11 million passengers a year, making itGermany’s fifth-largest airport. About 70 airlines fly directly to 120 destinationsworldwide. Within the last years, Hamburg airport transformed from a metro-politan hub to one of Europe’s most convenient and appealing airports. Under-ground trains (U1) and S-Bahn trams (S1 and S11) run from Ohlsdorf station tothe train station and to the city centre.

By RailThe comprehensive rail network enables passengers to reach their destinationin comfort. Long-distance trains are coordinated with local services and offergood connections. Germany has more than 60 daily train connections withneighbouring European countries. Information is available from all DeutscheBahn AG ticket offices, from travel agencies and from the hotline at 01805/99 66 33 (from within Germany). The coach operator Deutsche TouringService is closely coordinated with the rail service, including special busconnections for tourists on routes of particualr interest. Deutsche Bahn has a

large range of tailor-made services available for all visitors from abroadtravelling to or in Germany by rail. The following passes can be obtainedoverseas. Most passes can also be purchased after arriving in Germany at DBTravel Centres in major cities.

German Rail Pass This special offer enables visitors to travel on all scheduled trains operated byDeutsche Bahn for 4–10 days within a four-week period. The German Rail Passand German Rail Twin Pass – a special discounted offer for a party of twotravelling together – are available for first and second class. The German RailPass is also valid on ships on the Rhine and the Mosel (Köln-DüsseldorferGerman Rhine Line) and also enables pass holders to obtain reduced fares onEuropabus lines operated by German Touring. For young people there is theGerman Rail Youth Pass.

EurailpassThe Eurailpass, a joint offer by 17 European rail systems, is valid for variousperiods (15 or 21 days, 1, 2 or 3 months) and allows unlimited travel not only inGermany but also throughout Western, Central and Northern Europe. TheEurailpass Flexi enables pass holders to travel on certain days of one’s ownchoice (10 or 15 days in any one month). Groups of 2 to 5 persons can travelthroughout the year with the Eurailpass Saver or Eurailpass Saver Flexi. Foryoung people the Eurailpass Youth and Eurailpass Youth Flexi are the bestoptions to meet any travel needs.

EurailTicketOn many routes in Europe you can enjoy comfortable, carefree travel withEurailTicket point-to-point bookings, since the ticket already includes allsupplements for most top-quality trains. For group travel the Eurail GroupTicket is a price-saving offer that includes fare reductions of 30% for groups of6 or more. For children a 50% discount applies.

By CarGermany has an ultra-modern, efficient system of motorways. More than 700service areas, filling stations, motels and kiosks are open day and night on the11,000 kilometres of autobahn. The following lead-free types of fuels areavailable: Normal (91 octane), Super (95 octane), Super Plus (98 octane) anddiesel. The following speed limits must be observed: autobahn 130 km/h(recommended), outside built-up areas 100 km/h and built-up areas 50 km/h.When driving in Germany, it is highly recommended to have a valid internationaldriving licence. The law requires drivers and passengers to wear seatbelts inboth front and rear seats. The blood alcohol limit is currently 0.5 per mil.

Breakdown cover is available from the following motoring organisations:

ADACInformation service: Phone: 01805/10 11 12 (from within Germany)

Breakdown service: Tel. 01802/ 22 22 22

AvDLyoner Straße 16, 60528 Frankfurt

Information service: Phone: +49 (0) 69/66 06-0

Breakdown service: Phone: 0800/9 90 99 09

GeographyGermany is located in the centre of Europe. It forms

a bridge between the maritime West of Europe and

the continental East, between the warmer South

and the cool North. Germany is a triad of mountain

ranges, upland and lowland plains – the Bavarian

Alps in the South, the pleasant wooded mountains

of the Mittelgebirge in the centre of the country

and the low country along the North Sea and Baltic

Sea coasts in the North.

ClimateGermany’s climate is temperate. The average

temperatures are around 20–30 °C in the summer

(June/July–Aug./Sept.), dropping to around 0 °C in

the winter months (Nov./Dec.–Febr./March).

LanguageIt is generally easy to get by in English in Germany.

Passports and visasPeople from most Asian countries need a visa to

enter the Federal Republic of Germany. A Schengen

visa entitles you to visits of up to 90 days per six-

months period throughout the Schengen area.

Visitors from Australia and New Zealand do not

need a visa at all for stays up to 90 days. Australian

citizens aged 18 to 30 are eligible for a Working

Holiday Visa.

For more information go to

www.germanembassy.org.au

For further information please contact the German

embassy of your country.

www.auswaertiges-amt.de

In emergenciesThe most important telephone numbers in

emergencies are: 110 for general emergencies and

the police 112 for the fire brigade and accident

services. For medical emergencies after 6 p.m.

contact the local emergency doctor.

MoneySince 2002, the Euro has been legal tender in EU

member states.

For more information please visit: www.euro.ecb.int.

This has eliminated exchange rates and the need to

exchange money for travel within the European

Monetary Union. You can access cash round the

clock at cash-dispensing machines using an EC card

and international credit cards. These are accepted

for payment almost everywhere. A 19 % or 7 % rate

of value-added tax is levied on most goods and

services. Currency: 1 Euro = 100 Cents

Banknotes: 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 Euro

Coinage: 1, 2, 5, 10, 20, 50 Cents and 1 and 2 Euro

Time zoneGermany is situated in the Central European Time

Zone (CET). Daylight savings time (summer time)

applies from the end of March to the end of

October, when the clocks are set an hour ahead.

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AustraliaEmbassy of the FRG 119, Empire Circuit, Yarralumla, A.C.T. 2600, Canberra

Consulate General of the FRG480 Punt RoadSouth Yarra, Vic. 3141 | Melbourne

Consulate General of the FRG13 Trelawney Street, WoollahraN.S.W. 2025, Sydney

BahrainEmbassy of the FRGAlhasan BuildingSh. Hamad CausewayBuilding No. 668Diplomatic Area 317 | Manama

Hong KongConsulate General of the FRGUnited Centre, 21st floor95 Queensway-CentralHong Kong

IndiaEmbassy of the FRGNo. 6/50, Shanti Path, ChanakyapuriNew Delhi 110021

Consulate General of the FRG22, Ethiraj Road, MICO BuildingChennai 600008

Consulate General of the FRG1 Hastings Park Road, AliporeKalkutta

Consulate General of the FRG“Hoechst House”, 10th floor, Nariman Point193 Backbay ReclamationMumbai 400021

IndonesiaEmbassy of the FRGJalan M. H. Thamrin Nr. 1, Jakarta 10310

KoreaEmbassy of the FRGYongsan-Gu,Tobingo-Dong 308-5Seoul 140-230

KuwaitEmbassy of the FRGAbdullah Al-Salem, Area 1Ave. 14Branch of Nusf Al-Yousef StreetVilla 13, Kuwait

OmanEmbassy of the FRGnear Al-Nahda Hospital, RuwiMaskat

PhilippinesEmbassy of the FRG25/F Tower II, RCBC Plaza6760 Ayala AvenueMakati, Metro ManilaPhilippines

QuatarEmbassy of the FRGNo. 6 Al-Jazira al-Arabiya StreetFareej Kholaib Area | Doha

Saudi-ArabiaEmbassy of the FRGDiplomatic Quarter | Riyadh

Consulate General of the FRGAl Basateen Village | Jeddah

TaiwanGerman Institute4F, No.2, Minsheng, East RoadSection 3 | Taipei 104

ThailandEmbassy of the FRG9 South Sathorn RoadBangkok 10120

United Arab EmiratesEmbassy of the FRGThe Towers at the Trade Center West Tower | Abu Dhabi

Consulate General of the FRGKhalid Bin Al Waleed RoadNew Sharaf BuildingNear Bur Juman Center | Dubai

Embassies of theFederal Republicof Germany By Ship

There are also scheduled services on all the major rivers and lakes in Germany and

along the coasts.

Information on passenger services on the Rhine, Main and Mosel is available from:

Köln-Düsseldorfer

Deutsche Rheinschiffahrt AG

Frankenwerft 35, 50667 Köln | Phone: +49 (0) 221/2 08 83 18

Information hotline:

Phone: 01805/80 58 08 (from within Germany) www.k-d.com

ChildrenTravelling with children in Germany is easy and pleasant. Special compartments for

small children can be booked on all long-distance trains and there are baby-chang-

ing facilities at motorway service areas. Many restaurants offer children’s menus.

Wellness in GermanyWellness in Germany can give you new joie-de-vivre: over 300 modern healthcentres, more than 50 climatic health resorts, 48 medicinal sea spas, 62 Kneippspas and over 160 mineral and mud spas, as well as a large number of wellnesshotels and health centres, are ready to help you relax and focus on your well-beingand fitness.

AccommodationAccomodation in Germany is available in every category, from private rooms toholiday apartments to luxury hotels. Standards are set and maintained even in thelower price categories, so you can be assured of minimum levels of comfortwherever you stay.

Youth hostelsThere are around 600 youth hostels at locations throughout Germany, and they all accept members of any youth hostel association that is affiliated with theInternational Youth Hostel Federation. German Youth Hostel Association Deutsches Jugendherbergswerk Service: +49 (0) 5231/99 36-0, www.djw.deGroup accommodations for children and youg people are available at the KIEZCentres in Brandenburg, Saxony-Anhalt, Saxony and Thuringia. For moreinformation please visit: www.kieze.de

Tax-free shoppingTravellers from countries outside the European Union should look out for shopswith the Tax-Free sticker. Ask the sales staff to give you a tax-free voucher togetherwith your receipt. Tax Free Shopping has payment points at all the major bordercrossings, airports, ferry ports and railway stations.

Opening hoursMondays – Saturdays: 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sundays: Closed (except filling stations, kiosks, etc.)

TippingTips are optional in Germany; they are seen as expression of special satisfaction for the quality of the service you have received. As a general rule of thumb youshouldn’t tip more than around 10% of the total bill.

ElectricityThe main voltage in Germany is 230 V. Plug adapters may be required for someforeign appliances.

TelephonesPublic telephones are easily identified by their pink and grey design and the large‘T’ logo of the Deutsche Telekom. Almost all public telephones also accept prepaidphone cards, which can be purchased at post offices, department stores,supermarkets, and the T-Punkt Shops.

Postal ServicesPost offices are usually open from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday to Friday and until noon on Saturday. At major stations and airports they often open longer and even on Sunday.

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Regional managementNorthwest Europe

NetherlandsDuits VerkeersbureauAmsterdamPhone: (020) 697 80 [email protected]

Great Britain/IrelandGerman National Tourist OfficeLondonPhone: (020) 73 17 09 [email protected]

Belgium/LuxembourgDuitse Nationale Dienst voor Toerisme, BrüsselPhone: (02) 2 45 97 00gntobru@d-z-t.comwww.duitsland-vakantieland.bewww.vacances-en-allemagne.be

Regional managementNortheast Europe

Denmark/Baltic States/IcelandTysk Turist InformationKopenhagen Vesterbrogade 6 D, IIIPhone: 33 43 68 [email protected]

SwedenTyska Turistbyrån ABStockholmPhone: (08) 6 65 18 [email protected]

NorwayTysk TuristbyråOslowww.tyskland-info.com

Regional managementSouthwest Europe

Spain/PortugalOficina Nacional Alemana deTurismo, MadridPhone: (91) 4 29 35 [email protected]

FranceOffice National Allemand duTourisme, ParisPhone: (01) 40 20 01 [email protected]

ItalyEnte Nazionale Germanico per ilTurismo, MailandPhone: (02) 26 11 15 [email protected]

SwitzerlandDeutsche Zentrale für Tourismuse. V. (DZT), ZürichPhone: (044) 2 13 22 [email protected]

Regional managementAmerica/Israel

USA/New YorkGerman National Tourist OfficeLos Angeles, ChicagoPhone: (212) [email protected]

CanadaGerman National Tourist OfficeTorontowww.cometogermany.com

IsraelGerman National Tourist Officec/o Lufthansa German AirlinesTel Aviv-Yafowww.cometogermany.com

BrasilCentro de Turismo Alemão – DZTc/o Câmara de Comércio eIndústria Brasil-AlemanhaSão Paulowww.visitealemanha.com

Regional managementAsia/Australia

Japan/South CoreaGerman National Tourist OfficeTokioPhone: (03) 35 86 07 [email protected]

China/PekingGerman National Tourist Officec/o Delegate of German Industryand Commerce Beijingwww.germany-tourism.cn

China/Hong KongGerman National Tourist Officec/o German Industry and Commercewww.germany-tourism.org.hk

Australia/New ZealandGerman National Tourist Officec/o German-Australian Chamberof Industry and CommerceSydneywww.germany-tourism.de

DubaiGerman National Tourist Officec/o Lufthansa German AirlinesDubaiwww.germany-tourism.de

IndiaGerman National Tourist Officec/o Lufthansa German AirlinesNew Delhiwww.germany-tourism.de

ImprintDMG – Deutsche MarketingGesellschaftNiedenau 78DE-60325 FrankfurtTel. +49 (0) 69 65 30 880www.dmg-zentrale.de

Typeline Werbeagentur GmbH & Co.KGHanauer Landstraße 190DE-60314 FrankfurtTel. +49 (0) 69 95 14 49 [email protected]

ADVERTISEMENTSYvonne AltschuckJohannes Crilly

Mathieu DascherPia HeinrichCarina JüngelAnita KozinaNils RecktenwaldAlexandra SchlossarekClaudia Schmidt

EDITORIALDr. Thomas Wolf(Chief editor)Eva-Christina GlaserSandra Pappe

ART-DIRECTION/PRODUCTIONHelga Jordan

Katica Milic

Regina MüllerNadine PreisMaike Munck

PROJECT COORDINATIONAnne BulianJessica PetersNils RecktenwaldClaudia Santos

AUTHORSUta Buhr: Page 32, 33, 35

Rita Henß: Page 8, 9, 12, 18, 22, 30, 31, 34

Peter Christian Lang: Page 10, 12, 14, 16, 17

Angela Raneri: Page 14

TRANSLATIONTranslated from the German by LingServe

Text and picture reprints and

copies only with publishers

permission

Cover picture:Panorama of Freudenstadt,Black Forest

© Freudenstadt Tourismus

ServiceThe German Tourist Board Regional Managements

FinlandDZT-Saksan Matkailutoimistoc/o DFHKHelsinkiwww.saksa.travel

Poland/UkraniaOficjalne Biuro Informacyjne DZTw Polsce, Warschauwww.niemcy-turystyka.pl

RussiaDeutsche Zentrale für TourismusMoskauwww.germanyclub.ru

Regional managementSoutheast Europe

AustriaDeutsche Zentrale für Tourismuse. V. (DZT), WienPhone: (01) 5 13 27 [email protected]ån och med april 2009 har vi nyadress och inte längre någonkundtjänst!

Czechia/SlovakiaDZT Marketing- undVertriebsagenturc/o Deutsch-TschechischeIndustrie- und HandelskammerPragwww.nemecko.travel

SlovaniaDZT Marketing- undVertriebsagenturc/o im.puls d.o.o.Ljubljanawww.germany-tourism.de

HungaryNémet Turisztikai Központ-DZTMagyarországi Képviseletec/o Német-Magyar Ipari és Kereskedelmi KamaraBudapestwww.nemetorszag.travel

Impressum

Herausgeber

Deutsche Zentrale für Tourismus e. V.

Beethovenstraße 69

60325 Frankfurt/Main

Internet: www.deutschland-tourismus.de

www.germany-tourism.de

Extranet: www.deutschland-extranet.de

Gefördert durch das Bundesministerium für

Wirtschaft und Technologie aufgrund eines

Beschlusses des Deutschen Bundestages

All the details are based on sources of the mentioned organisations and enterprises. Noresponsibility is taken for the correctness. Alterations possible. Status quo February 2009.

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